we tend to think these tests should go on throughout our entire life but that's not necessarily the case. the national institutes of health recommends women over age 65 have a conversation with their health care provider about whether or not they need to continue with pap testing. it's an important decision that you and your doctor should make together taking into account your past pap results. you may choose to discontinue testing altogether or test less frequently such as once every five years instead of three. hope this clarifies things for you!
at what age should a woman stop getting pap smears?