Not it is necessary to to shave to do the preventive.
During the preventive exam, the health professional performs collection of secretion from the cervix and the interior of the vagina. That is, he / she puts a speculum inside the vagina to remove the material. No need to remove pubic hair because the speculum will enter through the vaginal introitus and the hairs will not interfere with the procedure.
After laboratory analysis, it is possible to evaluate the characteristics of the cells of this region, as well as the presence of some aggressive microorganism.
Preventive examination is now the leading screening for early detection of cervical cancer.
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How is the female preventive exam done?
The woman can go to the exam without performing any hair removal.
The preventive examination can be done free of charge in the Health Units of the Family (USF) and in the Basic Health Units (UBS) by the health professionals of Medicine and Nursing.
