Center for Young Women's Health
Is it normal to have pelvic pain after a pap smear (test)? I recently had my pap smear and I am experiencing pain similar to my period cramps.Great question, thank you! A pelvic exam is the way your health care provider (HCP) examines your female organs and checks for any gynecological problems. A pap test (smear) are … read more
Articles Tagged: Pap test
Could a chlamydia infection from years ago cause an abnormal Pap test now?
No. A chlamydia infection from years ago would not cause an abnormal Pap test now. Most often an abnormal Pap test is caused from HPV (human papillomavirus infection) which is … read more
Your First Pelvic Exam
You may be worried about your first pelvic exam. It’s very normal to be uneasy about something when you don’t know what to expect. It’s also normal to feel embarrassed. … read more
I had sex ONCE, about a year ago. Do I need a Pap test?
A Pap test is usually done at age 21, unless you have special risks such as an immune problem. If you have had unprotected intercourse and you have symptoms of … read more
Abnormal Pap Tests
You may have been told by your health care provider (HCP) that your Pap test results were abnormal. Maybe you’re worried and wondering what this means and how it will affect … read more