LeAnn Rimes Undergoes Surgery to Remove Precancerous Cells

The country music star uses her experience to raise awareness about the importance of annual screenings and early detection.

Country music star LeAnn Rimes recently underwent a minor surgical procedure to remove precancerous cells following an abnormal pap smear.
The procedure, known as a LEEP (loop electrosurgical excision procedure), uses a wire loop heated by electric current to remove cells and tissue in a woman's lower genital tract.
Rimes has had abnormal pap smears since she was 17 and has been regularly monitored by her doctors for any cellular changes.
The singer used her public platform to raise awareness about the importance of annual screenings and early detection, noting that early stages of cervical cancer usually don't involve symptoms.
Rimes has been open about her health challenges in the past, including struggles with psoriasis, vocal hemorrhages, and mental health issues.