2006-09-29 16:02:57 · 39 answers · asked by kissn'tell 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
if you aren't sexually active it isn't so terrible, but if you are active then i'd say it's definately time to get one!
also, it's not just about cancer, but you need to know if you have an STD so you don't spread it to anyone else if you do. (i'm not saying you do, but you never know)
2006-09-29 16:04:30 · answer #1 · answered by sunshine 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have ever had sex, even once, you really need to get a pap smear. HPV is a sexually transmitted disease that is extremely common and usually shows no symptoms. HPV can lead to cervical cancer which you can die from if it is not caught early enough. Regular pap smears usually catch cervical cancer in its earliest stages - before it is even cancer. At this point it is very easy to treat. Going and getting a pap smear is easy to do and a lot better than dying!
2006-10-03 09:56:52 · answer #2 · answered by Tara 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, what are you waiting for? Even if you are a virgin you still need to get a pap smear. Cervical Dysplacia is not only caused by STD. Your eating habits, smoking etc. can cause cell changes in your cervix. Why hasn't your primary care advised a Pap? Maybe you need to get a new doctor. Anyways Pap smears are uncomfy but they are over in no time. So just go get one.
2006-09-29 16:08:57 · answer #3 · answered by mich 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you're 23 you want to be having annual pap smears. in the experience that your coverage covers it 100% what are you waiting for? you do not favor to be scared, yet I comprehend. I nevertheless shop in ideas the first time I had one. i changed into terrified, in spite of the indisputable fact that it's not undesirable. it really is a responsible element to do as a lady. Your mom is incorrect and that i will't trust as a lady she would allow you to recognize this variety of element! Do you stay with her? Does she pay your coverage? i do not comprehend why you want her blessing. if you're a college student and are fearful of your mom sorting out, a minimum of inspect your college health facility and the facilities they provide.
2016-11-25 03:23:05 · answer #4 · answered by citizen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that you should. I was 21 when I had my first pap smear and discovered I had pre-cancerous cells. i had to have a procedure done to "burn the cells." I'm okay now but it could've been detected earlier and prevented with regular pap smears. I know it could be scary but it's well worth your health.
2006-09-29 16:17:56 · answer #5 · answered by Mel and Ed 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have been sexually active you would be fooish not to have an annual pap smear.
most at risk are sexually active young people, for a particular issue .. HPV Human Papiloma Virus ... this is a virus that can cause genital warts and or ultimately Cervical cancer - if caught early on it can be treated. wait too many years and you just might have a problem.
pap smears are easy and effective and definately a good idea
2006-09-29 16:05:56 · answer #6 · answered by phooey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not terrible, but it is something you really need to do if you want to stay healthy. Cervical cancer can pop up on the paps of 16 year old girls and can quickly get blown out of control. Having a yearly pap helps prevent this.
2006-09-29 16:05:52 · answer #7 · answered by kommander_glock 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you or have you ever been sexually active? if the answer is yes then the answer to your "?" is YES YES YES ... an annual pap is something that every women should consider to be a mandatory thing in her life once she hits puberty. There are a million things that can go on in your body and you will never know about it without the benefit of a pap.
2006-09-29 16:05:52 · answer #8 · answered by johnnys_angel_82 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! Especially if you are sexually active. Pap Smears can help detect problems that you may not even know exist. I urge you to schedule one as soon as possible. You may feel fine but wouldn't you rather be safe then sorry?
2006-09-29 16:06:31 · answer #9 · answered by mother_flower 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends. Are you sexually active?
My grandmother NEVER had a pap smear in her entire life. Of course she only had Grandpa so there was no chance of catching something. She was never on the pill, never wore a tampon, and died before AIDS was something everyone had heard of.
In this day and age it is more important.
2006-09-29 16:10:28 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are so many STD's out there, some of which have no symptoms. HPV is one, and can be detected with a pap. HPV is the single most common cause of cervical cancer and 70% of women have it and don't know. Yes, please go get a pap. Wish you the best of health.
2006-09-29 16:08:52 · answer #11 · answered by T P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋