Cervical Health
At Honu Women’s Health, we understand that choosing a medical provider is an extremely important decision and we recognize that each woman and her health history are unique. Our board-certified OB/GYN, Dr. Aya Sultan, takes time to care for patients as individuals and to deliver specialized care that meets each patient’s needs. This care starts with regular well-woman examinations, which check for general health and provide an opportunity to screen for early signs and symptoms of cervical cancer. Through these routine visits, Dr. Sultan provides preventive care measures to maintain good health and can recommend any necessary procedure options fitting your situation.

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What to Expect at Your Appointment
At your well-woman visit, Dr. Sultan will gather your health history to determine a baseline for your health and care needs. During this thorough conversation, Dr. Sultan will discuss your symptoms and lifestyle and will help provide a care plan to allow you to maintain optimal health. She will also perform standard screenings and recommendations to allow for the early detection of any health issues.
These screenings and recommendations include:
- Pap Test - A screening test that can help prevent cervical cancer and aid in early detection. Cells are collected from your cervix by using a swab, and those cells are analyzed for abnormal changes and early signs of cancer. It is recommended for women ages 21-65.
- Pelvic Exam - During this exam, Dr. Sultan will look at your vulva and vagina, as well as your cervix, by using a speculum. She will also check your internal organs by using a gloved hand and gently pushing on your abdomen.
- HPV Test - An HPV test might be recommended if you are 25 or older or if your pap test was abnormal. This test looks for the presence of HPV, which can cause cell changes.
- HPV Vaccine - This vaccine is recommended for women between the ages of 27 and 45 years old, who have not previously been vaccinated. This vaccine helps protect against several strains of both low-risk and high-risk HPV, which can cause both genital warts and cancer. If you are at risk and have not been vaccinated, it is important to discuss with Dr. Sultan the possible benefits of receiving a vaccination.

Follow-Up and Additional Care
If any abnormalities appear at your examination that may be indicative of cervical cancer, Honu Women’s Health offers in-office and minimally invasive procedures for further examination and management, as needed.
These treatments include:
- Colposcopy - This procedure examines the cervix, vagina, and vulva for conditions including genital warts, inflammation of the cervix, precancerous, and cancer changes in the tissue.
- Cervical Biopsies - This procedure removes a tissue sample from the cervix, which is then tested for abnormal or precancerous conditions.
- LEEP - Also called Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure, this can aid in the detection and treatment of cervical cancer by removing abnormal cells with a small electrical wire loop.
Take Control of Your Health
Depending on the results of your well-woman examination, you will be provided with detailed follow-up plans if necessary to help care for individual needs. We believe in caring for women’s total body health and look forward to developing the right care plan for you.
Contact us today to continue your journey and lead a happy, healthy life.