Hi there,

I have a really long and complicated history with smear testing and have always had abnormal results varying from CIN 1 to 3 each time ive had a test. I have had 2 x LEETZ treatments over the years and always had nearly always tested positive for HPV until my latest smear.

I have been working on a cancer project at work and just learnt that NHS smear testing no longer tests the cells of the swab if HPV is not present, and i am really worried by this. I remember the last results that i got saying i was all clear a few years ago and was moved to 3 yearly check ups (id previously been advised to go more regularly) and i assumed that this meant that my cells were not abnormal, however now i know that they were not checked.

I already have heavy bleeding and generalised pain due (never diagnosed but seems likely that its endo) but i suddenly have the worry that it could also be cervical cancer.

My next smear is not due until next year, but i am wondering if i can make a request for one sooner via my GP, and/or if that will even make a difference i.e. can i insist that they test the cells and not just for HPV?

ORRRRR, is it impossible for me to have dysplasia if i do not have an active HPV infection and therefore i am panicking over nothing?

Thanks so much!