HELP - I don’t understand my cervical screening results

Afternoon all, 

I had a smear test late June, results came back mid July, letter come from hospital and stated - HIGH GRADE DYSKARYOSIS & INVASIVE SQUAMOUS CA HIGH RISK HPV detected. 

Was referred for Colposcopy on Friday, LLETZ was performed, I've now got that dreaded wait, but I have no idea what my smear results mean - the gyne was lovely but very insistent I deal with this before my incontinence & pelvic floor problems from child birth( Another disaster story). He said, this is far more serious and very important to sort, so naturally I am freaking out and very lost in my thoughts. 

Anyone had similar or can help me to understand in simple terms?

Thank you xx

  • Welcome to the forum Jay although I'm sorry for the worry your screening results.

    If you give our nurses team a call on 0808 800 4040, they should be able to explain what they mean. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and they'll do all they can to answer your questions and put your mind at ease.

    Many of our members have been in a similar situation so you are not alone and hopefully some of them will stop by when they can to offer their support and advice.

    In the meantime, we want to wish you a speedy recovery from your LLETZ and let you know we'll have our fingers crossed your colposcopy results bring good news when they come through.

    All the best,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator