worrying about a lump that was found on my cervix by the gp after symptoms of bloating, inter menstrual bleeding, fullness, cramping and back
pain.

In 2020 I had a routine smear and High risk human papillomavirus was detected along with high grade dyskaryosis (CIN2) I had a loop excision which was very painful and an awful experience after giving birth to my first child only 4 months prior. I had terrible bleeding after and had to spend the night in hospital and it was a very bad experience.

I had a smear in Feb and no HPV was detected so I wasn’t checked for abnormal
cells. Been having these symptoms a while and also had 2 occasions of fainting in the last few months which has never happened to
me before, my health anxiety is not great atm.

I have seen the GP who reassured me that my cervix was likely fine and the examination would put my mind at rest, but as she checked she said ‘I’m so sorry it’s not what you wanted to hear, but I can see a lump on the opening of your cervix.’

now I have a hospital appointment for next Monday to get it better looked at but I’m so worried due to the history and past experience. She described the lump to be between the size of a big pea and a small grape.

I don’t know what will happen at the appointment but I suppose I’m looking for advice and also just need to vent how I’m feeling . I’d love to hear anyone else’s similar experiences . Got two young children at home and this is all I can think of and I feel terrible.

I’ve received the letter confirming my appointment which made me more nervous as the referral said ‘suspected cancer’ do all the urgent referrals say that? I’ve been trying to get information as to what the appointment might entail but no answers from the hospital apart from the booking team who cannot give any indication what may happen. As previously mentioned I had an awful experience having my previous cell changes removed and I’m very anxious at the though of another procedure.

thanks so much in advance!