Positive Hpv smear

I'm so scared abs confused right now with my result. I've been in a relationship for 22 years I've never cheated and as far as I know he hasn't either? But now I'm questioning it all which could change everything if he has?! I was sexually active with a boyfriend before I met my partner of

22 years I was wondering could this Hpv be laying that dormant for so long. I feel hurt and going mad with worry now as to where it's come from. Last three years it never shown as positive. But am I right it still could of been with me over 20 years ago and just shown up now. Thanks for any support I had a really bad rtc three years ago and had mobility issues with a slipped disk since awaiting operating date. I've had bladder issues with the trapped nerves and disk pressing also on my spinal nerves. So health wise I havent been good. I also was brought backTo life having Covid in March 2020 so my immune system isn't great at the best of time. So I'm not good at fighting infections off. I feel it will lead to cancer and that's worrying me as I died once don't want to die again yet.

  • Hi sallyB007,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to hear of your worries and everything you've been through. I can understand this must be unsettling - but try not to assume anything at this point. We have some information about HPV on our website here, and if you scroll to the bottom there is a link to find out more about cervical screening and potential next steps. I'm not sure if you've been given any next steps by your doctor, but either way if you have questions do also discuss with them.

    In the meantime it sounds like it may be helpful to talk things through with someone. If you'd like to do this, our nurses are available to speak on 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator