What do pap smears and pelvic exams check for?!


Question: Pap smears check for abnormal cervical cells which are found when cervical cancer is or has developed. Pelvic exams check the condition of uterus and ovaries. Tests for STDs can also be done at the same time with swabs..


Answers: Pap smears check for abnormal cervical cells which are found when cervical cancer is or has developed. Pelvic exams check the condition of uterus and ovaries. Tests for STDs can also be done at the same time with swabs..

abnormalities....pap smears take the fluid to the lab to check for cancerous cells.

Abnormal cells, like cancerous cells, STDs, and overall health of your reproductive health.

cerviacl cancer is the big one, but I'm sure they check for infections or whatever else might go worng in that area.

The pap smear checks for cancer and the doctor is able to view the cervix to see if there are an abnormalities. The exam checks for masses that he or she can palpate in the abdomen.





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