Question about a Pap Smear Test?

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Question about a Pap Smear Test?

I'm a guy, and not sure of what exactly a routine pap smear tests at an annual gynecologist appointment.

Do they routinely test for STDs such as chlamydia and gonorrhea with each pap smear even if not specifically requested?

2007-01-11 07:22:50 · 2 answers · asked by Jim R 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health

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No you have to ask for STD tests if you want them done. A pap smear only tests for abnormal cerival cells and nothing more.

2007-01-11 07:27:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋

No you have to ask for them to be done. I think Planned Parenthood may include that, but a regular OBGYN is not going to include that unless you specifically ask for the testing to be done.

2007-01-11 15:29:11 · answer #2 · answered by BMW BFD 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋