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Here’s What You Need to Know About Abnormal Pap Smears in Fort Lauderdale

Here’s What You Need to Know About Abnormal Pap Smears in Fort Lauderdale

It’s not uncommon to go in for a check-up for a pap smear in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and find that the results are abnormal. Though this is unexpected and often an immediate cause of worry and stress, we’re here to let you know it’s more normal than you think. Keep reading to learn more!

Usually, when test results after a pap smear come back abnormal, it is because of a cell irregularity that your doctor has found. This could be due to:

Though these are just some of the factors that can cause abnormal pap smear test results, they are the most common. 

Most women will experience at least one abnormal pap smear so it’s nothing you have to worry about as long as you take the necessary steps recommended by your OB/GYN. Each year, less than 1% of women will be diagnosed with cervical cancer so even if test results come back abnormal, risks for cancer are low. 

ALL FEMALE HEALTH CARE CAN HELP

Here at All Female Health Care, we offer a variety of services to women throughout South Florida. 

Not only can we assist with your pap smear and any abnormal pap smear results, but we can also help with the following gynecological services:

We also offer the following Obstetrical Services in South Florida:

CONTACT ALL FEMALE HEALTH CARE TODAY

To learn more about how we can help you give us a call at 954-742-3536. Our team of medical professionals is here to help you!

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