About Women's Health: Pap Smears - Colposcopy

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health Welcome to your About.com Women's Health newsletter. This week we talk about Pap smears, and other women's health topics. Have a healthy week! Tracee How to Prepare for Your Pap Smear Pap smears are an important screening tool for cervical cancer. All women should have annual Pap smears beginning at age 21, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Women 21 to 29 should get a Pap every two years, then annually from ages 30 to 64. See More About:  pms  sexual health  gynecologist appointment Pap Smear Terminology Here are some words you might hear about your Pap smear results. See More About:  dysplasia  cervical cancer  tests and procedures What Is A Colposcopy? One of the most frightening times in a woman's life is when the gynecologist calls and says that her Pap smear results are abnormal. Although you might think an abnormal Pap smear means that you have cervical cancer, the fact is that the majority of abnormal Pap smears are not caused by cervical cancer. The more likely cause of abnormal Pap smear results is inflammation or a vaginal infection. See More About:  coloposcopy exam  tests  gynecologist Video - What To Expect At Your GYN Exam and Pap Smear The prospect of a Gynecological Exam can evoke fear in any woman, but getting your regular check-up and PAP Smear is an extremely important first step toward cancer detection and prevention. Learn what to expect straight from Dr. Kate Grossman. Women's Health Ads Womens Issues Women Gynecology Women Health Care Womens Menopause Womens Clinic Featured Articles Women's Mental Health Women and Cancer Women's Health Glossary Other Diseases and Conditions Women's Health and Beauty Issues Birth Control   More from About.com 10 Bathroom Remodels There's nothing worse than a bathroom remodel that looks like it belongs in a gas station. If you're looking for inspiration, you'll find it in these luxe, lush photos. More> Inspired Bathroom Tile Choices New tile can transform your bathroom in countless ways, whether you're looking for a playful, colorful child's bath, a cool and elegant sanctuary, or a bold sophisticated escape. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Going to the Gynecologist Menstruation Basics Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms Birth Control Myths Top Causes of Heavy Menstruation Advertisement