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06/13/2016
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"The preventive or Pap smear is a screening test to detect changes in the cells of the cervix, such as sexually transmitted diseases or cervical cancer ..."
Preventive or Pap smear is a screening test to detect changes in the cells of the cervix, such as sexually transmitted diseases or cervical cancer, also known as cervicovaginal smear or Pap smear. This exam is the main strategy to detect lesions early, before a woman has symptoms. It can be done in posts or health units of the public who have trained professionals. It is essential that health services guide on what is and what is the importance of preventive screening because its periodical allows the diagnosis is early and reduce mortality from cervical cancer.
The screening test is painless, simple and fast. It can at most cause a little discomfort that decreases if the test is performed with good technique and delicate way. It consists of collecting material from the cervix for examination in the laboratory. It is a simple and inexpensive test, but some women still resist accomplish it out of fear or shame. It should be performed in all women with active sex life, at least once a year. The Ministry of Health recommends that if the test result is negative for three consecutive years, the woman can repeat it every three years. The examination of frequency can be changed later by the physician, according to the results.
To ensure a correct result, the woman should not have sex (even with a condom) in the two days prior to the examination, also avoid using douches, vaginal medication and local contraceptive within 48 hours prior to the examination. It is also important that you are not menstruating, because the presence of blood can alter the outcome. Pregnant women can also undergo the examination, without prejudice to their health or the baby.
Source: iSaúde Bahia
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