An abnormal Pap smear means some percentage of your cervix cells appear abnormal in shape or size. In most cases, an abnormal Pap smear does not indicate cancer and is in fact caused by HPV. If you have an abnormal Pap result, your doctor may order further ...

When it comes to preventative exams, they can often seem like an unnecessary bother or even just another item on the to-do list, but they're an opportunity to monitor your health and touch base with your doctor. Preventative exams are exactly what they ...

If you are the owner of a vagina and vulva, chances are you’re familiar with the routine Pap test, also known as a Pap smear. Pap test results are either normal or abnormal, depending on whether abnormal cells are found, and while an abnormal test result ...

The phone rings. It’s your OB-GYN’s office. As if going to an annual appointment that brings apprehension and anxiety to even the most mindful health enthusiasts wasn’t enough, now your test has been dubbed that scary word: abnormal. The Centers for ...