Saturday, October 31, 2009

On behalf of my gf - smear test worries?

My gf is going to have her first smear test this week, she's really worried about it, I can understand why. We've looked it up on the internet and it's the speculum that she's worried about. Any tips for making the process a little easier on the day?
Answer:
im exactly the same if i have a smear test i worry myself to much about it, i turn up have it done then go home and think phew what was all the fuss about, if she relaxes while having it done then it will be easier tell her she will be fine, its a very embarrasing procedure but they do it all day everyday the nurse makes it descreat by putting a towel at the top of the legs so only she can see where she needs to go!!!1 honestly it doesnt hurt and is over before you no it. all worth it in the end
best of luck.x
There really is nothing to worry about, it lasts all of a few seconds and then its done!

The trick is to just relax, if she tenses up it just makes it slightly uncomfortable, but really tell her not to worry there is nothing to it.xx
I know it's not easy, but they key is to RELAX. Have her think about something other than what's going on and look at the ceiling. It's really not as bad as you think. Not painful, just uncomfortable. And you can barely feel the actual test being done. It's just a swipe with a cotton swab. Anyway, the more relaxed the muscles are, the easier the speculum is going to be going in.
Just to relax. They will put plenty of lubricant down there to help. Its not too bad.
I had mine done a few months ago, and it wasn't bad at all! I was REALLY worried about it as well.

Is her doctor a woman? I would suggest getting a woman because she will make it a lot more comfortable for her.

Luckily the speculum used these days is plastic (or at least the one my doctor had was) she even had warming jelly and everything. It doesn't hurt... a little uncomfortable... but it doesn't hurt.

Hope that helps a little
Been there - done it many time. Yes, relax is the best thing. It's very quick %26 entirely painless.
take god with you and know that everything will be alright, and even if something happens you will get thru it.
tell her to relax it's not that bad..
There really is nothing to worry about, the tools used seem a little rough. The worst thing you can do is get stressed and tense up. To doctors this is a medical procedure and nothing sexual by any means.

Good Luck! Good thing you are going!
Just tell her to relax, relax, relax. If she tightens up, it'll be more uncomfortable. Tell her to bring a picture or something to focus on, it'll be a snap. They use lots of lube, so that'll make things easier. And if she gets very uncomfortable, she should tell the gynecologist, who will then use a smaller speculum..
well it's no picnic no matter how often you've had one, but the trick is, relax, think of something nice,
it doesn't last long, it just feels strange, having a cold "thing" inserted then expanded, she'll feel a bit uncomfortable, the doctor will scrape the neck of the cervix to get some skin cells, this again feels strange, but the whole thing only lasts a few minutes.
just relax and try not to tense up.
tell you gf not to worry x
1. There is nothing to worry about.

2. It doesn't hurt AT ALL.

3. It is best not to worry and get worked up over these things. The body will be tense and the whole thing will be a discomfort rather than the simple procedure which it actually is.

4. You write: "I can see why"..I'm not quite sure how you can see why she would be worried. You are a guy, right? You don't actually have any part of your anatomy that compares to the vagina. On the one hand, you can't actually say: "Don't worry" because what do you know, eh? On the other hand, you want to be supportive just the same. I would say: "Take it from other women who have had more than 30 smear tests....There is absolutely nothing to worry about."
Really.

It is simply a scraping (which is hardly felt) of cells from the cervix to check for abnormalities. Imagine if you took a swab (sample) of cheek cells. This is the same idea.
If you haven't had a baby or you had a Cesarean section, remind them to use a small speculum and everything will be ok.
hey! i remember my first! there is nothing to wory about, all she will need to do is lie back an relax, the best thing to do is take deep breaths and try not to tense up as this will make a little uncomfortable! it will be cold and your body cant help but tense up a little but as i said take deep breaths and it will be over in less than 5 mins! try not to worry but make sure she does go and keeps going in the future.

good luck and she'll be fine!
you just have to try to relax,practice some deep breathing techinics,it really isn`t that bad,considering the effects if any abnormalities were to be found,this is a very small price to pay for piece of mind.I had abnormal smear test after going for a routine smear,which for me ended in having a hysterectomy ,but if i had n`t had the smear i may not be hear to tell the tale that was 16years ago,so please please just go and have it done for your own sake,good luck.
Tell her just to relax. Nothing is going to be done to purposely embarrass or hurt her. The doctor sees like 100 hoo-ha's a day, so he knows what he's doing. It last 30 seconds, maybe a whole minute. Remind her that she鈥檚 doing this for her health and that every woman gets it done (or should be getting it done).

The most annoying part is sitting in the waiting room. They like to make you sit and read old, out dated magazines! Oh the torture!
well i can advise u to try and do something lovely for her or something lovely,romantic or maybe even dirty to take her mind of itand to lighten up the mood
i know how she feels hunny. i got told off for not having a smear for 16 years, i couldn't bear the thought of having it done as i was a victim of sexual abuse. when i finally plucked up the courage to go i was later informed i had cervical cancer. my heart sank. i know she will be scared but it is so important that she has it done sweety. i am so glad i had it done. it saved my life. it is a tiny bit uncomfortable and the position you have to lie down in isn't very flattering,but it is so important. the speculum itself will not hurt at ll,but she may feel a bit of discomfort when they scrape the inside for a sample. it is over in a matter of 5-10 minutes. make sure you go with her for support if you can. my partner came in with me as i was so distressed. I'm sure the nurse will let you do the same if you tell them how nervous she is. hope all go's well for you both. warmest regards xxx
It's never easy having to go to the doctor for something like this, your gf is bound to feel worried and concerned about it, I don't think looking it up on the Internet will ease any of her fears, but full marks for trying to help her :o)
It's not a pleasant thing to have done, but it's not as bad as your head thinks it's going to be, your gf hopefully has an understanding doctor who can help her relax during her smear, some doctors talk all the way through so you don't even realise until it's over that it's happened, she won't be able to see what the doctor is doing, but that's not to say she won't know.
HOWEVER!!
The most important thing to remember is that this HAS to be done and it's IMPORTANT for your gf's health that she regularly goes for her screening, the earlier that anything is noticed as being different from the norm, the better the treatment available.
I have had treatment in the past for abnormal cells, and that is quite a big thing to get your head around (as I'm sure thousands of other women will agree) but I'm a happier person for knowing that my doctor is keeping a watchful eye over my health, and I think it's great that you are supporting your gf in this, well done!!
The best way to deal with it is simply to try your hardest to relax i know its easier said than done but it is really the best thing to do and try talking to someone while they are doing it truefully there is nothing to worry about

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