Cervical Screenings for 18yo

Heya ! I was looking on the page for cervical cancer and saw that cervical screenings are not offered to individuals under 25 years of age. If someone under 25 has noticed a mole on their labia, which seems to be growing in size, what would the recommended course of action be ?

Thanks ! 

  • Hello, and thanks for your post.

    I am sorry to learn that you are worried about your health. Unfortunately, we are unable to diagnose your condition. The best advice I can give you is to visit your GP. 

    In most cases, these sorts of symptoms are not caused by cancer. However, it's always a good idea to get any persistent changes checked by a doctor to rule out any potential health concerns.

    At your age, getting cancer is rare. So, the likelihood of having cancer is low. There are various types of moles, but the majority of them are non-cancerous. You may like to read the NHS website on moles here.

    I hope you find this helpful. Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9 am till 5 pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Tina