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@ Layer3.news
2025-06-09 09:34:59
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“I DIDN’T FEEL IT AT ALL:” PAIN FROM PAP SMEARS IS OFTEN IGNORED. NEW METHODS HELP PATIENTS AVOID IT
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✍️ The article discusses the experiences of women who have had painful pap smears due to vulvovaginal and pelvic pain conditions, and highlights the need for more compassionate and understanding healthcare providers.
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👉 Pap smears can be painful for women with vulvovaginal and pelvic pain conditions
👉 Healthcare providers often lack training on these conditions and may dismiss patient pain
👉 Alternatives to traditional pap smears, such as at-home testing, can be more comfortable and less traumatic
👉 Healthcare providers can make a difference by being more compassionate and understanding
👉 Patients with vulvovaginal and pelvic pain conditions often avoid future gynecology appointments due to trauma
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