Smear Test

[worriedmuch]

Hi

So I've had a couple of things in the post about cervical cancer screening since I'm nearly 25. However, I've never had sex or sexual relations with anyone. Only ever messing with myself. I'm not sure about the test, and my mum doesn't think I need it, but she's quite old fashioned about these type of things. Since getting the letters, I've got really anxious. I'm terrified of having it as I'm very shy and private, and I'm worried they'll find something wrong. But I'm also convinced if I don't get it done I'll die of cervical cancer. I know I'm overreacting, but it's really making me panic

Anyone been in a similar position?

[neuroticcat]

The smear test is done to screen for abnormal cells in your cervix, mostly caused by HPV, a virus that you get by having sex.
In your situation you shouldn't be to worried about it. Just get it done for your peace of mind.