Check Up on Your Cervical Health

LVPG Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) has more than 30 locations – making getting a Pap a snap. Request an appointment today.

Let’s face it: Getting a Pap test may not be at the top of your to-do list. But don’t put it off. This test is a powerful tool for the prevention and early detection of cervical cancer.

A Pap test looks for abnormal cells that might signal cancer or precancer. The experts at LVPG OB-GYN recommend:

Having a Pap test every three years if your prior results have consistently been normal
Talking with your provider about how often to get the test if you’ve previously had abnormal Pap test results
Talking with your provider about getting the HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine to protect against cervical cancer

How can I prevent HPV infection?

An estimated 91 percent of cervical cancer cases are caused by HPV infection. The simplest way to protect yourself (or your child) against HPV is to get the HPV vaccine. Your LVPG OB-GYN provider can help you decide whether the vaccine is right for you based on age and other factors.

Don’t fear this test

If your Pap results are abnormal, your provider may recommend further testing to find out why. This might lead to detecting cervical cancer at an early stage, when it is most treatable. Or it might lead to finding and treating precancer before cancer ever has a chance to develop.

Should you require specialized care, you’ll have the backing of Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute. That gives you the benefits of leading-edge treatments and a multidisciplinary team of dedicated specialists.