Vinita, age 45, is overweight, and her maternal aunt has cervical cancer. Vinita is anxious that she might get cervical cancer considering these factors. According to the American Cancer Society, what should Vinita do to detect any precancerous changes in her cervix?

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The American Cancer Society recommends that women with a cervix should start getting regular Pap test at the age of 21 or within 3 years of their first sexual activity, whichever comes first. Women aged 30-65 should have a Pap test combined with an HPV test every 5 years, or a Pap test alone every 3 years. Since Vinita is already 45, she should be getting regular Pap tests every 3 years to detect any precancerous changes in her cervix. Opting for a radical hysterectomy is not necessary unless there is a confirmed presence of cervical cancer.

Vinita, Age 45, Is Overweight, and Her Maternal Aunt Has