&lt;h1&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pap Smear &amp;amp; Cervical Cancer Screening in Melaka (Malaysia)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers in women and develops in the cervix, the entrance connecting the vagina to the uterus. Even though it is still not too clear what actually causes cervical cancer, we can be sure that the HPV is a contributing factor; in fact, most cervical cancer cases are related to being infected with the high-risk strains of the HPV, typically through sexual contact.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Why You Should Get Cervical Cancer Screening&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Checking for cervical cancer is very important because it can save lives by finding risky Human Papillomavirus (HPV) or unusual cell changes before they turn into cancer, often 15-20 years before any signs show. This helps in treating early-stage abnormal cells more easily, making it one of the best ways to prevent and save lives.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Cervical cancer is highly treatable when detected early. This mean detecting it early with regular tests (Pap or HPV) works very well, making treatment possible that often leads to complete recovery.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What is a Pap Smear&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;A Pap smear is a regular test that takes cells from the cervix to find any unusual changes that could turn into cervical cancer. By finding these early, this fast and usually painless test can help treat the problem before cancer starts, greatly lowering the risk of cervical cancer. It is usually done during a pelvic exam.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What to Expect When Getting a Pap Smear?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;So how do we know whether we have cervical cancer, or not? This is when the doctor would ask, &amp;ldquo;When was the last time you&amp;rsquo;ve had your pap smear done?&amp;rdquo; and then proceeds to recommend a pap smear if you reply more than 3 years ago or &amp;ldquo;What is that?&amp;rdquo; with a blank look.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;A pap smear is a screening procedure for cervical cancer which involves collecting some cells from the cervix. This specimen is then sent to the lab where it is examined for any abnormal changes in the cells under a microscope.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;During the procedure, the doctor or the medical personnel will request that you undress from the waist down (or completely if you are wearing a one-piece, you can leave the bra on though) and lie on the examination bed with your knees bent and feet apart, or heels to rest in support called stirrups.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;The doctor will then insert a lubricated speculum into your vagina to hold the vaginal walls apart for a clearer view of the cervix and to allow a visual examination as well. There might be some discomfort during the insertion due to the sensation of pressure, try to relax as much as possible!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;A cytobrush (it&amp;rsquo;s just a brush really, bristles are rather soft at that) is then inserted and rotated several times on the cervix to collect the cervical cells, removed, and dunked into a special solution which will then be sent to the lab for further analysis. The speculum will then be removed and you&amp;rsquo;ll be told to dress up.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;The procedure ends here. You&amp;rsquo;re free to go about your activities, with no restrictions!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;When Should You Get a Pap Smear Done?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;h3&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #cc99ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;In your 20s&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Generally, it&amp;rsquo;s recommended for ladies aged 21 and up to start getting their pap smears done every 3 years on average. (Fun fact: If you are a virgin, you can also consider getting tested even though the risk is extremely low as contracting HPV is NOT the only way of developing cervical cancer.) If there are abnormal findings or certain risk factors, then the doctors will probably recommend more frequent testing.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h3&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #cc99ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;In your 30s&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;From age 30, doctors will also recommend an additional HPV test to pap smear (not to worry, it&amp;rsquo;s still the same specimen, there&amp;rsquo;s no extra procedure for this additional test!) every 5 years to detect the presence of the virus, especially the high-risk strains 16 and 18 which are responsible for an estimated 70% of cervical cancers. (Fun fact: there are more than 100 HPV strains known to date.)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h3&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #cc99ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;In your 60s&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;When you reach about age 65 and have a chat with your doctor again, he or she might even say that you probably no longer require any more pap smear if all your previous tests generated normal findings AND you&amp;rsquo;ve stopped being sexually active. Talk to your doctor in detail to determine if there&amp;rsquo;s a need.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If you&amp;rsquo;ve had a total hysterectomy, which is the surgical removal of the uterus and cervix, there&amp;rsquo;s also a possibility that you might not need to proceed with any more routine pap smears, again, have a chat with your doctor about it. There are still certain risk factors that might still warrant continued routine testing.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What are Some of the Risk Factors?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #cc99ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Risk factors that might warrant frequent pap smear testing include:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Abnormal cell findings on previous pap smear&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Immunocompromised (weakened immune system) status due to chemotherapy, organ transplant, etc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Positive HIV status&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Preparing for a Pap Smear&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Avoid any form of vaginal intercourse (including toys) at least 2 days prior to the appointment&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Avoid using any vaginal pessaries, spermicidal foam/gels/creams at least 2 days prior to the appointment&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Postpone your appointment if you are having your period&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;What Should I Do After My HPV Test Results Come Out?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;td style=&quot;width: 50%; text-align: center; height: 36px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #cc99ff;&quot;&gt;What Should I Do If My Result Was &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Positive&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; (Possible HPV Infection)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td style=&quot;width: 50%; text-align: center; height: 36px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #cc99ff;&quot;&gt;What Should I Do If My Result Was &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Negative&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; (Does Not Detect HPV)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/td&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;There is a high chance that you have an HIV infection. You will need further tests to confirm the diagnosis.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Currently, there is no cure for HPV, but it is likely that it won&#39;t cause harm to your body. Your immune system is capable of fighting off the infection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;This doesn&#39;t mean you have cervical cancer! It only means that you have an increased risk of cervical cancer compared to people without HPV.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Your doctor might suggest lifestyle changes and routine cancer screening to ensure your body does not develop cancer from the infection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;You can still &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/hpv-vaccine-gardasil-bangkok&quot;&gt;get vaccinated for HPV&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; to help protect yourself from other strains of the virus.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If your body develops genital warts, you can &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/cryotherapy-hpv-wart-treatment-bangkok&quot;&gt;undergo cryotherapy treatment to help remove them&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Discuss prevention methods with your partner to reduce the risk of transmission. HPV vaccines are highly effective in protecting you from the virus.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;You might not have an HPV!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Get tested again next year to make sure you detect them early.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Considering getting a dose of &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/hpv-vaccine-gardasil-thailand-bangkok-phuket-pattaya-chiang-mai-hatyat&quot;&gt;9-valent HPV vaccines to help reduce the risk of HPV transmission&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;, which can help reduce the risks of genital warts and cervical cancer.&lt;/span&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;HPV Vaccine Against Cervical Cancer&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: left;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #cc99ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cervical cancer can be prevented with the available vaccines.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;The HPV vaccine protects against genital warts and various cancers caused by HPV, including cervical, vaginal, vulvar, penile, anal, and some head and neck cancers. It helps the immune system recognize certain HPV strains, making it easier for the body to fight them if exposed. Getting vaccinated even if your HPV test results came out positive is still beneficial. Here is 6 &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/why-prep-users-should-get-hpv-vaccinations&quot;&gt;reasons why you should get vaccinated for HPV&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If you are under 46 years old, you are eligible for HPV vaccine.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Two options aere available at PULSE CLINIC:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/hpv-vaccine&quot;&gt;A course of 3 shots of Gardasil Vaccine 4 types&amp;nbsp;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com/hpv-vaccine-gardasil-thailand-bangkok-phuket-pattaya-chiang-mai-hatyat&quot;&gt;A course of 3 shots of Gardasil Vaccine 9 types&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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