4 medical tests every woman needs to have.

Tests may sound scary but diseases which are left untreated are way worse. Waiting for the symptoms to appear can delay the process of recovery and can become fatal.

And if you are a woman , there are certain needs and precautions that become a must haves to prevent yourself from some serious women health related issues.

Here are a few tests that every woman should have to ensure a healthy life.

1. HPV virus:

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Human Papilloma virus (HPV). It is a virus that is transmitted sexually, and it can lead to Cervical cancer. To get the virus detected you need to get yourself tested with a HPV test. And even if you don’t have HPV now, it’s crucial to get vaccinated against HPV. HPV vaccination can be started at 9 years of age.

2. STD:

People usually freak out hearing about STDs but if diagnosed earlier they can be treated , before causing much harm. But there are some STDs like HIV that are really dangerous. So if you are sexually active, it is essential to get yourself tested regularly and take proper preventive measures.

Few symptoms of STDs:

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• Painful urination.
• Discomfort or pain during sex.
• Lower abdominal pain.
• Unusual bleeding from vagina.
• Discharge from the penis.
• Sores or bumps on the genitals.

3.Pap smear:

Pap test is when a tiny brush is used to compile cells from your cervix and vaginal area and is then observed to diagnose any infections or genital diseases . It is not as painful as it sounds. Doctors advise to have a pap test regularly as it helps to detect several diseases like cervical cancer, infections and inflammatory diseases. You can have your 1st pap test at the age of 21 and get it done after every 3 years.

Pap Smear helps you to track the disease even before it starts showing symptoms which can make the treatment easy and reduce the risks.

4. Hormone blood test :

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It is very important to have a hormone blood test as it shows your overall health profile. A Woman's health is majorly connected to their hormone levels. From menstrual cycle to pregnancy and menopause , everything is connected to hormones. 

Hormone levels of the female body can help diagnose medical conditions such as PCOS, diabetes or thyroid. It also helps in tracking progress if you are taking certain medical support to balance your hormones. 

You should get yourself tested incase you have:

• Irregular cycle
• Fatigue
• Problems in getting pregnant
• Change in sexual characters
• Sudden change in sex drive

Checking up on your health and taking these tests as a regular preventive measure can prove to be valuable for achieving a healthy body.