Understanding wording

Hi there I'm new here but I'm hoping someone can help me I'm 32 just had my third smear my 2 before both came back needing colposcopy and them results were low grade cin but this time they have written to my doctor and copied me in I don't understand what it means and starting to worry they did a biopsy this time and the results are not back yet but the letter states more inflamed than any precancerous cells and they will be in touch with the results and further management am I right to be worried do you think?? Thanks any help appreciated 

  • Hello Kirsty1105,

    Please try not to worry, too much.  Don't read too much into your GP now knowing about what is happening, GP's should always be informed about what is happening (medically) to their patients.  

    Inflammation in the cervix can happen for many reasons and is usually not connected to a cancer. However,  I'm afraid that you will have to wait for the results of the biopsy to know if the level of abnormality has changed and then if you need to have treatment to remove these cells. Waiting can be difficult. 

    I think it is quite normal to be a bit worried when a cervical screening result comes back abnormal but please remember that most people will find out that they don't have cancer.  It might help to read more about having abnormal cervical screening results, please click here   to see it on our webste. 

    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 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Take care,

    Caroline