Hi I just wanted to reply to your post because after 4 days of worrying myself senseless I wanted to share some positivity!

I was first diagnosed with HPV 13 years ago, after several recalls I had a colposcopy where I was told they would just monitor me and to give up smoking (I did). Fast forward 13 years and my second recall revealed high grade dyskaryosis. The second letter I opened revealed a colposcopy appointment for today. 4 days of tears and worrying! 

So today I went to the hospital worried sick and was immediately told oh you're here for treatment did you know. No I didn't but from what I'd read I had my suspicions. The team were so lovely and I agreed to 'get it over with'. The doctor said she couldn't see the worrying cells but said she would treat anyway with LLETZ and a biopsy. Other than a few strong period pains it was over quickly and I really didn't feel a thing. The doctor seemed confident that the results (that I can expect to receive in 4 weeks) would be absolutely fine and there would be a recall check in 6 months to be sure. Off to bed with slight cramps tonight, but feeling so relieved!! I was told I was an excellent patient but I feel like I got lucky the doctor, nurse and chaperone were so kind I couldn't fault the treatment. I know it's worrying but wanted to reassure you that it's not always that bad. Best of luck it's not an easy time but sometimes the worrying is the worse part. 

Hi I’m so sorry to jump on this post.  Iv had regular normal smears for 22 plus years and 2024 my smear came back hpv positive then repeated 2025 march again and had a repeat Jan 2026 it’s just come back hpv positive and invited for a colposcopy. I’m literally crying. Freaking out x

Hi I’m so sorry to jump on this post.  Iv had regular normal smears for 22 plus years and 2024 my smear came back hpv positive then repeated 2025 march again and had a repeat Jan 2026 it’s just come back hpv positive and invited for a colposcopy. I’m literally crying. Freaking out x