What you really need to know about an abnormal Pap smear 👇🏽 A Pap smear is a screening test — not a diagnosis. Its job? To catch precancerous changes before they ever turn into cervical cancer. 🙌🏾 If it comes back abnormal, don’t panic, but don’t ignore it either. ✅ The next step is often a colposcopy, where we take a closer look at the cervix under magnification. ✅ We may do a biopsy of any areas that look suspicious. ✅ Results can range from mild changes (that may go away on their own) to

Let’s talk Pap smears… here’s what you really need to know: A Pap smear (or Pap test) is a simple screening that checks for abnormal cells on the cervix that could lead to cervical cancer. It’s quick, typically painless, and one of the most effective tools we have for early detection. Why it matters: Cervical cancer often has no symptoms in its early stages. But with routine Pap smears, we can catch changes before they become dangerous — and treat them early. How often should you get one? •Start

Abnormal pap smear results are common and don’t usually mean cancer. Dr. Lammi, OB/GYN at Ogden Clinic, walks you through the next steps, possible procedures, and how the HPV vaccine helps protect against cervical cancer. | Ogden Clinic