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Are Pap smears needed after a total hysterectomy?

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Are Pap smears needed after a total hysterectomy?

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Generally, a woman who has had a hysterectomy that included complete removal of her cervix (a total or complete hysterectomy) does not need to have future Pap smears. If, however, the hysterectomy was done because of a cancerous condition, continued Pap smears are recommended.