The general recommendations for Pap smear and HPV testing are as follows:
Women aged 21-29: Pap smear every three years. Women aged 30-65: Combined Pap smear and HPV testing every five years, or Pap smear alone every three years. Women over 65: Testing may be stopped if previous tests have been consistently normal.
However, these guidelines may vary depending on individual risk factors, including a history of abnormal results or a compromised immune system.
