2006-09-05 07:21:39 · 18 answers · asked by horses19 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
should u see your doctor or a female doctor?
2006-09-05 07:22:22 · update #1
You should begin getting PAP smears at the age of 18 or as soon as you become sexually active, then annually thereafter.
A general practitioner is able to perform this test - its a simple gynecological exam. If he/she finds something amiss, then you might be referred out to a specialist in gynecological disorders.
Gender is a matter of personal preference. I prefer female practitioners because they understand what things are going on with the female body - men just cannot comprehend mood swings, cramps, bloating, etc!
2006-09-05 07:27:09 · answer #1 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is a PAP smear. Named after a doctor Papadolphus (I am not 100% certain if I spelled it right.) Every woman should have one at least once a year.
2006-09-05 14:24:19 · answer #2 · answered by brucenjacobs 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pap smear.
And you should start getting them as soon as you become sexually active. The norm used to be every year but some are now saying that every 2 years is sufficient.
You can get your regular Doctor to do it or go to a Gynecologist.
2006-09-05 14:32:57 · answer #3 · answered by C K Platypus 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a "pap smear" and you should have one done each year.
You can usually go to your regular doctor, or you can see a gynecologist. Some people prefer male doctors, some prefer female. It's whatever makes you most comfortable.
I think you're supposed to start going when you turn 18 or when you become sexually active, whichever comes first.
2006-09-05 14:25:40 · answer #4 · answered by Justice 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should get pap smears done once a year when you become sexually active, or around age 18. They can be done by a family practice doctor or a gynecologist.
2006-09-05 14:25:50 · answer #5 · answered by smartypants909 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pap Smears are usually done annually. See an ob/gyn, male or female. Depends on who you're comfortable with
2006-09-05 14:25:12 · answer #6 · answered by belle 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should Begin getting yearly pap smear test done within 3 years of your first period. begin yearly exams right away when you begin having sexual intercourse. the doctor you go to is up to you, who you feel most comfortable with. I go to a gynecologist. (ob/gyn). If you are more comfortable with a female Dr try to fine one in your area.
2006-09-05 14:25:00 · answer #7 · answered by passionparties_by_suzanne 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's pap smear or pap test
You should have a pap test every year after you have had your period.
You should have this done by a gynocologist.
2006-09-05 14:24:12 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Once a year every year from 18 or on the onset of being sexual activtive.
Any gyno is fine.
And it's pap smear.
2006-09-05 14:24:56 · answer #9 · answered by scabs32 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its called a pap smear.where the docter takes a small snip inside the vagina,its not painful and every women after child bearing age should have it done.i neglected having it done and when i did i had to have my womb removed as i had developed cancer .i am better now.but i miss out on not having more children.i have 2.but 4 was my goal ,from mikhal in israel.
2006-09-05 14:31:49 · answer #10 · answered by mikhal k 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋