2007-08-23 01:16:16 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
if your are sexually active with males, then once a year. otherwise every 3 years, unless you are having any problems. keep in mind though that you still need a breast exam once a year.
2007-08-23 04:00:58 · answer #1 · answered by nunya 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on your age and health history. Talk with your doctor about what is best for you. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends the following:
* If you are younger than 30 years old, you should get a Pap test every year.
* If you are age 30 or older and have had three normal Pap tests for three years in a row, talk to your doctor about spacing out Pap tests to every two or three years.
* If you are ages 65 to 70 and have had at least three normal Pap tests and no abnormal Pap tests in the last 10 years, ask your doctor if you can stop having Pap tests.
You should have a Pap test every year no matter how old you are if:
* You have a weakened immune system because of organ transplant, chemotherapy or steroid use
* Your mother was exposed to diethylstilbestrol (DES) while pregnant
* You are HIV-positive
Women who are living with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, are at a higher risk of cervical cancer and other cervical diseases. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that all HIV positive women get an initial Pap test, and get re-tested 6 months later. If both Pap tests are normal, then these women can get yearly Pap tests in the future.
2007-08-23 08:45:04 · answer #2 · answered by rein 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Definitely go every year - things like cancer are difficult to detect, sometimes even with annual tests. Early detection and treatment is key for survival. Definitely go once a year, a few uncomfortable minutes every year can save your life
2007-08-23 10:26:47 · answer #3 · answered by Roland'sMommy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once a year, but if your having other female problems make an appt with you ob/gyn. Make sure your doctor is someone that you feel comfortable about discussing your health with. Ask lots of questions if unsure about certain things.
2007-08-23 08:23:24 · answer #4 · answered by Angeln 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are not sexually active, you should get a 1st one as a "base line" at age 18 or 19. You need to get one younger if you are sexually active. If you are sexually active, you should get one per year. You can go down to one per 2-3 years if you are in a long term monogamous relationship where you are sure your partner is also faithful.
2007-08-23 08:23:16 · answer #5 · answered by P-nuts and Hair-dos 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Pap smear exams should be done annually unless you feel something is wrong down there.
2007-08-23 08:19:30 · answer #6 · answered by Biker Babe 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Every yr until you are apx 40 yrs old and if you are stable with the same guy and you both are healthy. This is very important for your health.
2007-08-23 08:22:38 · answer #7 · answered by Spirit 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Every 2 years.
2007-08-23 08:20:02 · answer #8 · answered by bin there dun that 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
1 time a year unless u get one that has something wrong with it. then u would have to get another
2007-08-23 08:21:17 · answer #9 · answered by kitttkat2001 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
when you turn 18 you should get one yearly there after. the only reason you would get more than once a year would be if you are high risk for stds or cervical cancer.
2007-08-23 08:22:24 · answer #10 · answered by necromancer mortaneus 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋