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2021-08-05 08:20:33
From what age women should go for pap smear test?Does it have any side effects? Also if one is planning to become pregnant can she go for pap smear test?
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S compulsory after 40yrs If hav any symptoms can go early pap smear test No side effects Can get test done frm trained and experienced gynaecologist Consult online

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One should go for pap smear after age of 40 years. It doesn't have any side effects. And yes though you are planning for pregnancy, you can go with pap test.
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Consult Gynecologist if you have any symptoms regarding your private area.
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If something to worry have been found by your doctor during examination, he can advise pap test even before age of 40.

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