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This is a very specific diagnosis of an abnormal Pap smear considered precancerous. When you receive this diagnosis, it means that the squamous epithelial cells found in the cervix have taken on ...

Cervical dysplasia is the presence of abnormal cells on the surface of the cervix (the opening of the uterus). Cervical dysplasia isn't cancer but it is considered a precancerous condition ... during ...

A Pap smear involves collecting a sample from the cervix to test for abnormal cells that are ... The earlier you can catch precancerous cells, the faster you and your medical provider can come ...

In 2012, the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) updated its recommendations regarding the starting age and frequency of Papanicolaou (Pap) smear testing. It is now ...

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