Cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer a woman can get. Every year, over 300,000 women worldwide will die from it. Fortunately, there's a relatively easy and highly effective way to ensure that you do not become such a statistic: the PAP test. Ambert Medical Care Center administers and processes PAP tests in-house in our Miami Lakes, FL, clinic, and our second location in the Kendall area. Call today for an appointment and protect yourself from this deadly but preventable disease.
A PAP test, also known as a PAP smear, does not detect cervical cancer, per se. What makes it such an effective diagnostic tool is the fact that it detects abnormal cervical cells before they become cancerous, and it confirms the presence or absence of the human papillomavirus (HPV). Should abnormalities be detected, your physician at Ambert Medical Care Center will recommend a course of treatment to control, monitor, or eradicate them.
There are several ways you can ensure that your PAP test yields an accurate result and minimize discomfort for yourself. Ambert Medical Care Center recommends:
If you are between the ages of 21 and 65, Ambert Medical Care Center recommends getting a PAP test every 2-3 years. Your doctor may recommend more frequent testing if:
If you are 65 or older, and have no history of HPV or cervical cancer, you may be able to forgo PAP smears altogether, but shouldn't stop without your doctor's authorization.
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