How often - papsmear?

[thanka2]

I try to get one every year but this year I'm behind. The problem is I need to switch OBGYNs at this point. I agree that it is super important and you do need to get it done at least yearly.

 

[Bumps]

Yep - once a year. I never dread it..... I am happy to get it over and done with. Doctors are professionals - so what ever misconceptions you have about the test, let it go. It is just a little uncomfortable for 2 minutes or less..... Seriously - they see so many vaginas - no big deal!

 

[Lisainhk]

Any recommendations on where to get one done in HK?

 

[Buckeroo]

Lisainhk - You could actually get it done at one of those Maternal and Child Health clinics... and it's way cheaper than going to a private doctor. Check out this link:

Family Health Service For General Public

 

[myriam]

I use the Maternal and Child Health clinic and find them efficient and fine. They recommend every 3 years in HK after you have had 3 normal yearly smears. I would not do more than every 3 years.

 

[banane76]

why only every 3 years? i was always told every year by my doctor in Canada. you would want early detection so i think yearly is important.

 

[gerlie]

Good OB

Hi Satarbucks, i just saw your post about Dr.Grace Cheung,do you mind if i can ask which clinic is she working?I'm due to have my papsmear and i did mine last year in Australia then we just move here so i don't know any good OB.I'm doing some research and i find that most of them are male,and i want to do it with a female doctor.Thanks

I go every year. It is one of those unpleasant things you just have to do and it only takes 5 mins. Is it just the thought of it that scares you or do you find it painful? If painful then maybe try another doctor. They are never pleasant but Dr Grace Cheung did my last one (as she is my OB) and it was fine. I dread them as well which does seem silly since I have had two babies so a smear test should be a walk in the park!