Gynaecology
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23 September 2019
CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING – PAP SMEAR
Cervical Cancer is the second most common form of cancer in women, which is why every sexually active woman age 25 or older must complete this test.
How is a PAP Test?
- The Doctor introduces a speculum (Metal or plastic instrumnet) to separate the walls of the vagina.
- The Doctor take the cells of the cervix using a spatula (a stick) or a cytobrush (special brush)
- The Doctor spreads the cells taken from a glass slide.
- The Doctorexamines the uterus and ovaries to detect abnormalities.
Women do not hesitate to carry out your PAP Test there is nothing wizard especially since the PAP Test is a prevention go in a crowd
Facts About FIBROIDS IN UTERUS
- Not all Fibroids need surgery.
- size and location of fibroids decide the treatment type.
- If women is suffering from increased periods flow or increased pain during periods – checking for presence of fibroids is essential.
- Fibroids generally reduce in size after menopause but need monitoring.
- Fibroids can produce Infertility if its near the cavity.
- Laproscopic surgery or open surgery for fibroids have been effective in women when surgery is needed.
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