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HPV Positive & Abnormal Cells

zenem
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Hi all,

I had a cervical screening back in August and the results came back a few weeks ago confirming I am HPV positive (was so unaware of this) and that I also have low-grade dyskaryosis.

I have been waiting almost 3 weeks for a referal to have a colposcopy and I just phoned the department and they said I should hopefully hear from them before the 8th November which is still a very long time.

I am just worried that the cells may get worse over this waiting period?

Has anyone been in the same situation?

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    Hi,

    I had a colposopy a few weeks ago (just after Christmas) after finding out I had HPV and slightly abnormal cells.

    If anyone wants to chat about it, please let me know. I'm happy to provide any information you need on my experience.

    There is nothing to worry about! 

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    Hi zenem 

    I had a letter through yesterday with my smear results. HPV positive and borderline changes in the cells.

    I am waiting for an appointment for a coloscopy and I'm terrified of what will happen and what they might find.

    I'm 58, been through the menopause with no problem and haven't had a partner for 9 years. I don't know if age makes a difference or the fact that I'm post menopause.

    I'm trying not to think about it too much but it's always there.

     

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  • Offline in reply to Helen535

    Hi zenem 

    I had a letter through yesterday with my smear results. HPV positive and borderline changes in the cells.

    I am waiting for an appointment for a coloscopy and I'm terrified of what will happen and what they might find.

    I'm 58, been through the menopause with no problem and haven't had a partner for 9 years. I don't know if age makes a difference or the fact that I'm post menopause.

    I'm trying not to think about it too much but it's always there.

     

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