This study, which was conducted to determine the effects of chewing gum on anxiety and pain during Pap smear, found that chewing gum reduced pain but had no effect on anxiety.
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Change in pain level during Pap smear procedure
Timeframe: Immediately after completion of the Pap smear procedure (within approximately 10 minutes)
Change in anxiety level during gynecological examination
Timeframe: Immediately after completion of the gynecological examination (within approximately 10 minutes)