LLETZ

hi 

I’m 31 years old 

recently had smear test 

been called into hospital for a colonoscopy 

they said they found abnormal cervical cancer Cells

whuch needed removing which is size of thumbnail 

im now reslku confused 

was this to prevent cancer or is the cancer removed or is this to test to see if ill get cancer later in life so muddled 

suffer bad mental health and feel stressed  

  • Hello ljr22,

    This procedure is to remove abnormal cells for further investigation, you can read more about LLETZ on our website. When youre worried that you may have cancer, it can be natural to think the worst, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. Don't be afraid to ask questions at your next appointment as this will help avoid confusion, you can also write down any questions you have and take them with you. You mentioned your mental health has been suffering, so it's important to look after yourself and focus on other things if you can. Anxiety UK has some really useful information. 

    I hope this helps,

    Moderator Anastasia