I'm 46 and had a smear done for the first time last week. The process was excruciatingly painful and my GP was only able to partially see my cervix. However she did notice that I had a rather large ectropian. She explained that due to having no point of reference regarding my cervix she would refer me to the Colposcopy clinic. She said she was not unduly concerned and that this would be routine.
On the NHS app I saw that she put the reason for referral was a 'suspicious cervix', but it was just a standard referral. I've subsequently had my smear results back which were normal.
I've now had a text for an appt under the 2ww. Therefore it must have been upgraded by the hospital.
I just wondered why the hospital would do this? Is it because my GP put 'suspicious'. She did not go into any more detail such as mentioning an ectropion. Also, would the fact I've not had a smear before make them upgrade my appointment?
Thanks.
