How to make smear tests more comfortable; tips for your pap smear.

How to make smear tests more comfortable?
I get it. Going for a smear test might not be your idea of a fun day out. However, Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers and getting your screening can help to stop it before it starts.
People often avoid smear tests due to fear of discomfort from the speculum, embarrassment, past negative experiences, and lack of information about their importance.
Here is what we will cover:
00:00 Introduction
00:34 Why is cervical screening important?
01:47 What happens during a cervical screening appointment?
03:45 Why might a smear test be uncomfortable?
04:18 Top tips for a comfortable smear test
06:00 Answering some comments about smear tests