Private cervical smear test in London
October 1, 2021 11:41 PM Subscribe
Can anyone recommend a private smear test provider in London (UK) for someone with trauma?
Due to vaginismus and previous traumatic experiences with NHS smear tests in my local area (extreme pain, no empathy, unwillingness or inability to use a smaller speculum, lost results, inconclusive results), I'm looking for a sensitive private provider who is able to take the time to administer the test carefully and supportively.
I'd prefer personal recommendations, but open to general suggestions as well.
(Have had better experiences with the NHS in other parts of the country, but here is appalling and it's making me want to avoid it.)
Due to vaginismus and previous traumatic experiences with NHS smear tests in my local area (extreme pain, no empathy, unwillingness or inability to use a smaller speculum, lost results, inconclusive results), I'm looking for a sensitive private provider who is able to take the time to administer the test carefully and supportively.
I'd prefer personal recommendations, but open to general suggestions as well.
(Have had better experiences with the NHS in other parts of the country, but here is appalling and it's making me want to avoid it.)
Any reason you’re not doing self-sampling for HPV instead?
posted by Violet Hour at 11:33 PM on October 2, 2021 [1 favorite]
posted by Violet Hour at 11:33 PM on October 2, 2021 [1 favorite]
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