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Re: Why are pap smears necessary for virgins?From: Abby (anonymous@obgyn.net)Mon, 16 Dec 2002 07:37:37 -0600 (CST)
At Mon, 16 Dec 2002, wrote: > >I've read, several places, that cervical cancer is a sexually >transmitted disease as it is caused by HPV. If that is the case, why >then, would a virgin ever need to go for an annual pap smear and pelvic >exam? > >I'm a 31 year-old virgin. I've never had a gyn exam because 1. I've >never had a problem, 2. I'm not nor have been sexually active, and 3. >Frankly, like most women I presume, I'd rather not unless necessary! > >People have told me that I'm being stupid for not going. I'm many >things, but stupid is one thing I am not. I just need a better >explanation as to why it is important to go if you are not sexually >active. I've always heard 18 or when you become sexually active. Why? > >Thanks Your source is not correct. While the majority of cervical cancer is caused by HPV, this is not always the case. Every woman needs a PAP smear whether they are sexually active or not. Also, there are other gynecological cancers besides cervical cancer that have nothing to do with sexual activity, so you need a pelvic exam as well.
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