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Cervical Cancer Screening Assessment

Cervical Cancer Questionnaire

Complete our questionnaire to see if you meet the criteria for a cervical cancer screening.

1. Have you had a total hysterectomy (removal of the uterus and cervix)?

2. Do you have one or more of these symptoms?

  • vaginal bleeding after sex
  • vaginal bleeding after menopause
  • vaginal bleeding between periods or periods that are heavier or longer than normal.
  • vaginal discharge that is watery and has a strong odor or that contains blood.
  • pelvic pain or pain during sex
  • difficult or painful bowel movements or bleeding from when having a bowel movement.
  • difficult or painful urination or blood in the urine
  • unusual pain in the abdomen
2. Enter your age:

You appear to not need a screening.

Generally women who have had a total hysterectomy (removal of both the uterus and cervix) do not need to have a Pap test or HPV test unless the hysterectomy was completed to treat cervical cancer or a precancerous growth.

You may need a screening.

If you're not sure whether you have had a total hysterectomy, we recommend that you discuss your need for screening with a gynecologist. Please contact the Gynecology Scheduling Center at 305-243-4530. To schedule an appointment online, fill out an appointment request form and request to see a gynecologist.

You may need a screening.

You appear to have symptoms that require follow up with a gynecologist. Please contact the Gynecology Scheduling Center at 305-243-4530. To schedule an appointment online, fill out an appointment request form and request to see a gynecologist.

You may need a screening.

If you're unsure if you have the listed symptoms, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with a gynecologist. Please contact the Gynecology Scheduling Center at 305-243-4530. To schedule an appointment online, fill out an appointment request form and request to see a gynecologist.

You may need a screening.

Because of your age, you should have a Pap test every 3 years beginning at 21. Please contact the Gynecology Scheduling Center at 305-243-4530. To schedule an appointment online, fill out an appointment request form and request to see a gynecologist. You can also request an appointment if you have questions and would like to see a gynecologist.

You may need a screening.

Because of your age, you should have a Pap test every 3 years OR a Pap test with an HPV test every 5 years OR an HPV test every 5 years. Please contact the Gynecology Scheduling Center at 305-243-4530. To schedule an appointment online, fill out an appointment request form and request to see a gynecologist.

You appear to not need a screening.

Generally, a cervical cancer screening is not recommended if you received adequate prior screenings that were consistently negative according to guidelines. If you have any concerns or are uncertain about your previous screenings, please contact the Gynecology Scheduling Center at 305-243-4530. To schedule an appointment online, fill out an appointment request form and request to see a gynecologist

Nearly all cervical cancers are caused by HPV. If you are under the age of 21, talk to your doctor about getting an HPV vaccine. Learn more about HPV.

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