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Hpv positive result also have hsv2

Worried89
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Im 31, no children and recently  had my results from my smear test, and i am HPV postive with normal cells. Didn't really know much about hpv other than it can course cervical cancer. Obviously ended up doing lots of google research probably not the best idea. And it suddenly dawned on me that i also have hsv 2 (herpes) i was diagnosed 6 years ago after an ex partner was unfaithful. I don't have many outbreaks so i had forgotten about it to be honest. Been with my current partner 4 years so not sure when i have picked hpv up.  I have read two articles that state that having hpv and hsv2 makes you 3 times more likely to develop invasive cervical cancer. I have spent the last few days crying all day as I can't stop thinking about it. I don't inow what to do or how true it is, if i should be worried :(

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  • Hello Worried89

    I'm sorry to hear about your recently cervical screening results. Many women find it worrying when they're told they have tested positive for HPV.

    There's some really comprehensive information about HPV on the Jo's Trust website which hopefully will offer you some reassurance but I'd really encourage you to give our team of nurses a call as they will be better able to answer your specific question. If you'd like to chat with them they're available Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. Alternatively, Jo's Trust also has a helpline who will be able to give you some advice and support. The number is available on the link that I've included above. 

    I hope this helps. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello Worried89

    I'm sorry to hear about your recently cervical screening results. Many women find it worrying when they're told they have tested positive for HPV.

    There's some really comprehensive information about HPV on the Jo's Trust website which hopefully will offer you some reassurance but I'd really encourage you to give our team of nurses a call as they will be better able to answer your specific question. If you'd like to chat with them they're available Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. Alternatively, Jo's Trust also has a helpline who will be able to give you some advice and support. The number is available on the link that I've included above. 

    I hope this helps. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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