You feel perfectly well, so cervical screening is easy to postpone.

But screening is not something you wait to need. Its purpose is to find HPV or early changes in the cervix before you feel anything.

The cervix is the mouth of the womb. HPV is a common virus that can cause changes in its cells. Most HPV infections clear without causing problems, but some persist and may eventually lead to cervical cancer.

WHO recommends screening from age 30 for most women. Women living with HIV should generally begin from age 25. Your clinic can tell you which screening test is available and when you should repeat it.

An abnormal result does not automatically mean cancer. Your doctor will explain what was found and what should happen next.

Do not wait for routine screening if you notice a new symptom. Unexpected vaginal bleeding should be assessed, even if it stops. Any other change that persists should also be checked.

And yes, screening is still important, even if you have received the HPV vaccine.😊

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