Advice wanted regarding hpv positive

So I recently had a smear done and I got my results back today I am hpv positive the say I don't need to go back for another year but what concerns me is I have previously several years ago had cin 3 which was treated and then had negative tests since until now I am so confused and the Internet doesn't help it just makes me more anxious has anyone else had a similar experience and can shed some light as I have read you cant get cin3 without having hpv but I did and now years on I have hpv positive my head is spinning :confused:

  • Hello rprent88

    I'm sorry to hear that you're struggling with your recent cervical screening results. 

    You're right when you say that the internet doesn't always help. There is a lot of information that isn't clear or accurate available online and inevitably it leads to people feeling more anxious about things. 

    In the first instance I'd suggest speaking to your GP about your concerns but you might also want to consider speaking to Jo's Trust. they have lots of up to date information about HPV and run a support line which you may find helpful in answering your questions. 

    I hope this helps. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator

  • Thank you I was meant to have a doctors telephone appointment today but I missed the call and now they are closed hopefully I will be able to discuss this with them Monday and get some more information thanks