Cervical Cancer
Why have cervical screening?
Abnormal cell changes in the cervix are common, and often improve naturally. But sometimes these changes need treatment because there is a risk they may develop into cancer.
Abnormal changes cause no symptoms. You will not know if you have them unless you have cervical screening. Screening finds abnormal cell changes, including the ones that are most likely to become cancer. These cells can then be treated. This is an effective way of preventing cervical cancer.
Do bisexual and lesbian women need screening?
Yes, bisexual and lesbian women should still go for cervical screening.
The NHS recommends all individuals aged 25 to 64 who have a cervix should consider having cervical screening, regardless of their sexual orientation.
Trans men and non-binary people, who still have a cervix, should also attend cervical screening to help prevent cervical cancer.