Transcript Cancer Care Manitoba

The Pap Test
Manitoba Cervical Cancer Screening Program
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Cancer
• a growth that makes you sick
• having Pap tests and looking after problems can
prevent most cancer of the cervix
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Facts about cancer of the cervix
• it grows slowly
• it can be cured if found and treated early
• most can be prevented by regular screening
Cervical Cancer in Manitoba
• about 52 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer every
year in Manitoba
• 22 die from it
• having Pap tests and follow-up treatment for abnormalities
can prevent most cancer of the cervix.
The Pap Test
• can find changes in the cells
of the cervix
• treating these changes may
prevent them from changing
to cancer
The Pap Test
• is done at the your health
care providers office,
clinic, health centre or
nursing station
• you will be asked to
undress from the waist
down, but you will be
given a gown
What are they looking for?
The Cervix
Who needs to have a Pap test?
• If you have ever had sex,
even once, you need Pap
tests
• If you are not sure, discuss
with your doctor
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Why do women who are sexually active have to
have Pap tests?
• HPV (human papilloma virus) is a common virus
spread through sexual contact
• this virus can cause cervical cancer
• you may not know you have this virus
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How can I reduce my risk?
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have regular Pap tests
delay sex until late teens or older
avoid cigarette smoke
keep your body healthy and strong
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What is the best thing you can do to
reduce your risk?
Have regular Pap tests!
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How can I help the test?
• do not put anything into your vagina for 48
hours
• do not have sex for 24 hours
• try to make your appointment for mid-cycle
How can I help the test?
sex
How often do I need a Pap test?
• Every year
– Pick a day that is easy to
remember
• If you have had 3 normal
results 3 years in a row, then
you can go every 2 years
First
screen
2008
OK
Next
screen
2010
OK
Next
screen
2009
OK
Next
screen
2014
OK
Next
screen
2012
OK
Where do I go for a Pap test?
• your doctor or nurse
• call or visit our website to
find a list of clinics offering
Pap tests in your community
• the Pap test is free
If you are frightened or shy…
• take a friend
• ask for a woman to be there
• ask for a female to do the test (when
you make appointment)
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Does the Pap test check for infections?
No
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I had a hysterectomy…
do I still need a Pap test?
maybe…ask your doctor or nurse
I am past menopause…
do I still need a Pap test?
Yes
When can I stop having Pap tests?
• At 70 years of age you may be
able to stop
• Talk to your health care
provider
Where can I get my results?
• your doctor or nurse
• or, the
Manitoba
Cervical
Cancer
Screening
Program
The Manitoba Cervical Cancer Screening Registry
• central
• confidential
• you can access your results and
history
• your health care professional has
access to your results
• you can opt out
The HPV Vaccine
Gardasil = HPV 16, 18, 6 & 11
(Cervarix = 16 & 18)
* screening is still required *
Resources
Available in the following languages: English, French, Cree, Ojibwe, Chinese, German,
Hindi, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Amharic, Somali,
Swahili, Farsi, Russian, Serbo-Croation, Arabic, Korean, Ukranian, Urdu, Italian,
Dinka, Cree Roman.
DVD’s and Video’s
Available in the following languages: English, French, Chinese, Cree, Hindi, Ojibwe,
Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, Urdu, Vietnamese
When was your last Pap
test?
Are you due?
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Remember…
most cervical cancers can be
prevented!
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We are here to answer your questions!
For more information:
you can call the MCCSP at
788.8626 or 1.866.616.8805 or
visit our website
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