WATCH: Michelle Keegan opens up about ‘dreaded’ smear test

Michelle Keegan has taken to social media to urge women to get their smear tests.

The former Coronation Street admitted she “dreaded” going in for her test, but realised just recently how important it is for women to get checked, as it easily spots early signs of cervical cancer.

“I’m going to be honest with you all, I’ve had numerous letters come through my front door that I’ve pushed aside. I’ve also ignored my mums tiresome pleas telling me to book an appointment with my local GP,” she captioned her videos on Instagram.

 

View this post on Instagram

 

It’s Time to talk Cervical Screening examinations… AKA the dreaded SMEAR (horrible word) test! I’m going to be honest with you all, I’ve had numerous letters come through my front door that I’ve pushed aside. I’ve also ignored my mums tiresome pleas telling me to book an appointment with my local GP …because 1) I used the excuse of being ‘too busy’ with work and life in general 2) let’s face its it’s bloody embarrassing to drop your knickers and open your legs in front of a total stranger 3) I was apprehensive thinking about the pain I was going to endure! However I finally got my finger out, (pardon the pun) and went to my appointment. My doctor was so lovely, I hopped onto the bed and it was over in less than 2 MINUTES!!! It was a tad uncomfortable but no means painful. After doing some research I found that the number of women who should go for a test has dropped to an all time low in 20 years!!! Cervical Cancer is the most common cancer in women under the age of 35, with some having no symptoms whatsoever. 75% of cervical cancers can be prevented by having regular cervical screening, let me break this down for you…SMEAR TESTS SAVES LIVES. My advice to you… STOP making excuses, book, and go for your bloody smear! A smear tests last 5 minutes the impact of cervical cancer lasts a life time! #dontfearthesmear #smeartest #smear #womenshealth #cervicalcancerawareness #selfcare #selflove #getyourselfchecked #justdoit ????

A post shared by michkeegan (@michkeegan) on Nov 11, 2018 at 2:49am PST

“However I finally got my finger out, (pardon the pun) and went to my appointment. My doctor was so lovely, I hopped onto the bed and it was over in less than 2 MINUTES!!! It was a tad uncomfortable but no means painful,” she added.

Mark Wright’s wife earned huge praise online for sharing her story, with many hoping her videos will help get women into their local clinics.

To get booked in for your smear test check out the cervical check website HERE.

LISTEN to episode 2 of our podcast The Gosscast. In this episode were delving deep into the Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson scandal, plus Ariana Grande’s tough year.