Cancer screening is a normal part of a well-woman's appointment with your gynecologist. During your visit, your gynecologist can perform a breast exam, a Pap smear, and colorectal cancer screening. These help to test for breast cancer, cervical cancer, and cancer of the colon or rectum
A pap smear can detect cervical and uterine cancers. It is recommended to begin testing every three years starting at age 21. A pelvic exam examines the vagina, cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and rectum.
