Too many false positives for my liking and unnecessary treatments. It is a rare cancer. Angela Raffle epidemiologist did some research you have to screen something like 1000 women for 35 years to prevent 1 case of cervical cancer. Screening is not for me. I would never agree to any screening. I get very cross and upset about constantly being harassed over my decision.
It's rare in woman under the age of 25 which is why they raised the screening age but those that did get it under 25 tend to campaign to get the age limit lowered. When I was young, you definitely were invited at an earlier age than 25 although I can't remember what age.
I'm sorry you get cross and upset and constantly harrassed over your decision. Like I have said, everyone is different and it's personal choice but I think it's normal for people to ask you why you made your decision, if you don't want to explain or answer just say so.