A Pap smear is a routine cervical cancer screening test recommended for women between the ages of 21 and 65. It involves checking the cells in your cervix for signs of precancerous cells and abnormalities, reports DHHS.

Why do you need a Pap smear?

According to DHHS, a Pap smear can help you avoid cervical cancer by catching it in its precancerous stages so it can be effectively treated.

Who should have a Pap smear?

The DHHS recommends having a Pap smear if you are a woman between the ages of 21 and 65 years.

How often should a Pap smear be repeated?

You should have a Pap smear test every three years if you are between the ages of 21 and 29 years. If you are between the ages of 30 and 65, the DHHS recommends having a Pap test every three years, or once every five years if you combine your Pap test with an HPV test.

Where can I get a Pap smear in Downers Grove?

You can get a Pap smear from your doctor during a well-woman exam or at an urgent care center that offers this service. Type “pap smear near me” into your Internet browser to find a nearby provider, or use Solv to locate quality, top-rated providers in your area that offer a Pap smear test.

How long do Pap smear results take?

Pap smear results usually come back within one to three weeks, says the DHHS. It recommends contacting your doctor’s office for results if you haven’t heard back within three weeks.

How do I prepare for a Pap smear in Downers Grove?

A Pap smear test requires very little preparation, according to the NLM. The NLM says that the best way to prepare for your Pap test is to refrain from using tampons, douche products, vaginal creams, and birth control foams two to three days before your test. It also recommends not having sex during this time, and rescheduling your appointment for another day if you are on your period.

Does a Pap smear test for HPV?

According to the NLM, a Pap smear does not test for HPV. However, you can combine your Pap smear with an HPV test, and have this co-test done every five years. Consult with your doctor regarding when you should have an HPV test based on your age and screening history.

When should I get a Pap smear?

According to DHHS, you should have a Pap smear every three years after you turn 21 or once every five years after you turn 30 and want to combine your Pap smear with an HPV test.

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Family Practice Center of Palatine & Immediate Care

371 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL 60067371 W Northwest Hwy

Open until 6:00 pm

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4.58(1k reviews)

Apparently the Solv system and their system don't interact so I didn't actually have an appointment when I arrived.

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Midwest Express Clinic, Skokie- IL

Midwest Express Clinic

9735 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 600779735 Skokie Blvd

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4.42(55 reviews)

Midwest Express Clinic, Skokie- IL - 9735 Skokie Blvd, Skokie

The receptionist and PA that was there today (2/20/2019)were great and amazing! My only complaint was that the nurse on staff today was not so warm and welcoming let alone have 1 smile on her face . Other than her I was very happy with our visit today .

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Midwest Express Clinic, Northbrook- IL

Midwest Express Clinic

1122 Willow Rd, Northbrook, IL 600621122 Willow Rd

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4.28(29 reviews)

Midwest Express Clinic, Northbrook- IL - 1122 Willow Rd

I came in with a UTI, and Linda prescribed an antibiotic. She was very knowledgeable and communicated her thoughts abd opinions to me in a way I understood.

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Immediate Care Plus

888 E Main St, East Dundee, IL 60118888 E Main St

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4.77(552 reviews)

Sick with sinus symptoms(sore throat, hurtful ears, headache, congestion, etc). Scheduling was extremely easy and the front desk staff was wonderful. Met with the nurse practitioner who did absolutely nothing. Told me to take motrin and tylenol for my symptoms. She barely checked anything. I know I forsure have a sinus infection and she wouldn’t even know because she didn’t even do a full detailed exam. People are advised to not use doctor google but it would’ve been cheaper. If you’re looking for a solution please go to a different urgent care.

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Midwest Express Clinic, Matteson- IL

Midwest Express Clinic

402 Town Center Rd, Matteson, IL 60443402 Town Center Rd

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4.25(12 reviews)

Midwest Express Clinic, Matteson- IL - 402 Town Center Rd

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Midwest Express Clinic, Hammond on 5th Avenue- IN

Midwest Express Clinic

1009 5th Ave, Hammond, IN 463201009 5th Ave

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4.8(199 reviews)

Midwest Express Clinic, Hammond on 5th Avenue- IN - 1009 5th Ave

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Midwest Express Clinic, Richton Park- IL

Midwest Express Clinic

4801 Sauk Trail, Richton Park, IL 604714801 Sauk Trail

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4.18(11 reviews)

Midwest Express Clinic, Richton Park- IL - 4801 Sauk Trail

The team was courteous to me. The website to schedule is not valid. The receptionist didn't see my appointment that u set. Must use the actual website instead of a third party.

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Midwest Express Clinic, Hammond on Sibley- IN

Midwest Express Clinic

31 Sibley St, Hammond, IN 4632031 Sibley St

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5.0(1 reviews)

Midwest Express Clinic, Hammond on Sibley- IN - 31 Sibley St

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Midwest Express Clinic, Wheaton- IL

Midwest Express Clinic

1910 E Roosevelt Rd, Wheaton, IL 601871910 E Roosevelt Rd

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Local MD Urgent Care, Naperville

Local MD Urgent Care

1160 E Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL 605631160 E Ogden Ave

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May 27 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

4.87(60 reviews)

Very clean and professional. Could not help me exactly w my issue but ordered bloodwork. Took my insurance which is nice. Most of my care is oop.

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Midwest Express Clinic, Garfield Ridge

Midwest Express Clinic

6239 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 606386239 S Archer Ave

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Epic Urgent and Family Care, Streamwood

Epic Urgent and Family Care

644 S Sutton Rd, Palatine, IL 60107644 S Sutton Rd

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4.68(342 reviews)

Epic Urgent and Family Care, Streamwood - 644 S Sutton Rd, Palatine

Provider and staff were wonderful. They were able to treat the issue I came in for and explained every step of the process. Allie and team did a excellent job.

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Local MD Urgent Care, Skokie - Now Open

Local MD Urgent Care

5020 Dempster St, Skokie, IL 600775020 Dempster St

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4.41(70 reviews)

Came in a half hour before closing. Staff was great. Didn't rush me and took very good care of my issues.

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Local MD Urgent Care, Pullman

Local MD Urgent Care

10834 S Doty Ave, Chicago, IL 6061710834 S Doty Ave

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4.7(177 reviews)

The doctor and staff was nice . He talked to fast I couldn’t really understand but doctors really don’t like to repeat themselves

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Local MD Urgent Care, Homewood

Local MD Urgent Care

17960 S Halsted St, Homewood, IL 6043017960 S Halsted St

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4.72(556 reviews)

I will definitely return for all of my non urgent, urgent needs.

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Midwest Express Clinic, Munster- IN

Midwest Express Clinic

8135 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN 463218135 Calumet Ave

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4.8(2.6k reviews)

Midwest Express Clinic, Munster- IN - 8135 Calumet Ave, Munster

Dr. Chube is an excellent physician and has made sure that I am comfortable while battling Covid-19. He is extremely compassionate and has great communication skills. I expressed my problem and he took care of the problem expeditiously. Thank you Dr. Chube.

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