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Old 02-19-2009, 12:40 PM   #1
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The Dreaded Pap
Hey ladies, I have a long overdue "womens exam" scheduled for March 4, and I'm really dreading it. What can I do to make it less stressful and less painful? I know I sound like a baby, but the speculum is usually very painful to me. I ask for a smaller one and extra lubricant, but it can still be rough. Any tips or suggestions?

 
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Re: The Dreaded Pap
Take a valium. Seriously - lots of women do.

 
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Re: The Dreaded Pap
The pap is very quick and was not too bad for me, but my gyn is female and knows how to ease the misery of a pap. Maybe taking something to ease your nerves will help.

 
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My appointment is this week. Any other ideas? (I'm getting nervous.)

 
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