A pap smear may be done at an annual exam when you go to the gynecologist.   A pap test is a procedure done where a sample of cells is taken from a woman’s cervix.   This procedure is necessary in order to check for abnormalities and cervical cancer. A woman is positioned on her back with [...]

The primary purpose of a pap smear is to detect the presence of abnormal cells on the cervix and cervical cancer. A pap smear is a screening test and therefore if any changes indicate abnormality, further evaluation and treatment may be needed. One of the most common causes of abnormal pap smears is HPV (Human [...]

If you were advised to have a colposcopy due to an abnormal pap smear you may want to know what you are getting yourself into.   The colposcopy procedure is a painless examination of the cervix and vagina. A colposcopy is a method of examining the cervix and tissue surrounding it. An instrument similar to binoculars magnifies [...]

There are several different kinds of yeast. A yeast infection is caused by the overgrowth of a fungus.  These fungi are usually present in the vagina in small amounts anyway.  However, when the yeast in the vagina starts to overgrow, it causes itching and irritation and usually discharge. The main symptoms of a yeast infection are [...]