Getting checked for cervical cancer is looking to become a lot more convenient.
The guidelines should make cervical cancer screening a less stressful experience for most American women.
The USPTFs stated rationale for the change is simple enough.
A medical professional about to perform a pap smear.© Science Photo Library via Getty
High risk HPV infections are by far the leading cause of cervical cancer, accounting for nearly all cases.
Two HPV tests wererecently approvedby the Food and Drug Administration this year for self-collection.
And patients and their doctors can still always choose the method they most prefer.
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