Borderline changes, HPV negative now symptoms (cc)

Hi everyone, 

 

I suppose this is a bit of a no-purpose thread as I know everyone is different but I'm wondering if anyone has gone through the similar...

 

I'm 37 and have always gone for regular smear tests, all were clear until June 2018 where the lab noticed borderline changes. They tested the sample for HPV and determined there's no HPV infection so asked me to come back in 3 years. 

 

At the beginning of this year my periods started getting irregular and sometimes would be preceded by some brown spotting in the 3 days beforehand. Quick research showed it is generally nothing to worry about : I put it down to stress (I'm a mom to a young disabled child) and getting older (37). 

 

Last Saturday I had some bleeding after sex- it was a week before my period so I assumed that this is it. However, after  day it has more or less finished, save for occasional pink spotting showing when wiping. 

 

The GP sent me for blood tests and they all came back fine. I was to book a pelvic exam with my gp but my period has now started so have to wait now.

 

In the meantime I'm getting worried sick, convincing myself the borderline changes have now transformed into advanced cancer...

So, my question is has anyone gone through the similiar? Are borderline changes likely to transform into cancer in just 2 years?  If so is it likely it would transform to stage 2, 3 or 4 in such time frame?

 

I understand that everyone is different, but was just curious to see if anyone has gone through the similar.

 

  • Hello merrow

    I'm sorry to hear that you're dealing with some health problems at the moment that have left you feeling worried.

    It's understandable that you're feeling concerned and as you've mentionied, everyone is different. It's good to hear that your GP is following up on your symptoms but I wonder if you might find it helpful to have a chat with one of our nurses in the meantime. I'm sure that they would be able to offer some support and reassurance. 
    If you'd like to talk to them they're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator