Do they need even need to get one done? Does the OBGYN use that tool when conducting one? Can a girl, that has never had intercourse before, have the possibility of having an ovarian cyst or ovarian cancer?
2007-08-22 03:06:42 · 8 answers · asked by pinktoenails 3 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Pap smear tests can (and should) be done regularly for anyone, regardless of whether they are a virgin or not, or sexually active. Pap smears are always done the same way, so yes- they do use that tool.
It is also quite possible for a virgin to have ovarian cysts and/or ovarian cancer. These two things are entirely unrelated to sexual activity, although some STDs can increase your chances of getting them.
2007-08-22 03:17:01 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is important to get one even though you are not sexually active. I had an ovarian cyst when I was 15 and I was not sexually active at that age. Pap smears are usually done once a year if everything is ok but more like every 6 months if something is not normal. If is best to get it done and catch something early if there is a possiblity of someone having something. Good luck it isn't that bad.
2007-08-22 03:15:04 · answer #2 · answered by jeva75 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
my daughter is a virgin. i had her go down for a paps and to get on the birthcontrol pills to make her periods regular. plus i know she wont stay a virgin so i want her to be safe. they had her strip and put on a gown ( she had a lady dr) they did breast exam, and then did pelvic exam with the tool as u called it. if u tell ur dr its ur 1st time they will talk u thru it all. just cause u are a virgin dont man u cant have ovarian cyst or ovarian cancer. the most important thing to remeber is to relax. u can take a best friend with u if u want. she can sit down by ur head and hold ur hand. i went in ith my daughter and she has had many of her friends ask her about it and then asked her to go with her. and she did. no matter how many times u have it done we are all scared but is something that most be done. good luck
2007-08-22 03:19:19 · answer #3 · answered by kitttkat2001 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
To answer all your questions: All females reguardless of their sex life need to get a pap smear, because you could still get cervical cancer. The doctor will use a speculum on you the most common size used is a Medium, however if you have never had intercourse then they may use a Small, it will be uncomfortable. Then they will take the sample from your cervix, then they will manually feel you ovaries. Once that is done you are finished. All females need to get it at least once a year. You could also get on birth control if your menses is irregular.
2007-08-22 03:33:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to get a pap smear, because you could still get cervical cancer. Best thing for you goes to OBGYN. They will look what you have. Should be done once a year. All depend what Doctor will tell you.
2007-08-22 03:43:09 · answer #5 · answered by sabrinaelder 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes - despite the fact that you are now not sexually energetic, you continue to want one. Pap smears are very essential in detecting irregular cells that may end up in cervical melanoma. They too can become aware of distinctive micro organism and viruses. If it makes you consider extra comfy, you'll be able to prefer a lady medical professional to preform the examination. They'll have you ever lie down on a desk along with your legs up, similar to a consistent vaginal examination. They'll insert a device referred to as a specula into your vagina. The specula opens as much as supply the medical professional a larger view and larger entry for your cervix. They'll use a swab to swipe your cervix, accumulating a pattern of cervical cells. These cells shall be despatched off for evaluation, and the outcome will accept to you once they are available in, or you'll be able to name and ask approximately them. It's very essential to have this experiment performed usually. It can retailer your lifestyles.
2016-09-05 09:55:46 · answer #6 · answered by rozalin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, yes and yes. Although you aren't sexually active you still need to have the pap smear test done. It can detect many different things, other than the conditions you mentioned. I think 18 is when you are supposed to have your first one, if you are not sexually active. And yes they use the tool.
2007-08-22 03:23:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes they do. I had my first at age 11 when I first started menstruating.
Yes they should get one done prior to having sex to make sure nothing is wrong down below.
Yes they do, its called a speculum, it is somewhat uncomfortable but not painful.
I believe they can.
2007-08-22 03:19:47 · answer #8 · answered by Terri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋