Someone on the forum was asking about smear tests, and do you still need to attend if you’ve had a hysterectomy. A lot of us here are past the age where we are offered tests anyway, but I think the answer is, you need to check with your team. The general advice seems to be the following:
Most hysterectomies involve the removal of the cervix and then there is no further need for cervical cancer screening.
However, sometimes a hysterectomy is performed where part or all of the cervix remains and those women should remain on the screening programme if they are within the eligible age range.
Good advice Viv
Big hugs, Barb xx
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