Smear result letter/colposcopy

 

Hi everyone,

Just thought I'd post to see if anyone has experienced anything like this.

I have had my 3rd yearly smear due to having positive HPV results and again it was found with no cell changes, while on a phone call with the Dr 3 weeks after my smear I had asked by any chance were my results back he has told me again I was hpv positive with no cell changes. I had asked that after 3 yearly smears an hpv still present if they were wanting me to get a colposcopy, he had told me no and that was my result. Now today 7 weeks after my smear and not receiving my smear result letter at all I have had a letter saying I need to go for a colposcopy and that an appointment letter will be sent to me. Im very confused as my Dr gave me the results 4 weeks ago and this letter was dated 2 days ago. Just looking for abit of reassurance I guess and obviously confused on why this letter has only just been sent when my results were back a month ago. Thanks 

  • Hi Bubblejj30,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I can understand your confusion with this. I'm not too sure of the exact reason for the contradiction - perhaps a second opinion was given by someone other than your doctor and they felt the colposcopy would be the most sensible option.

    Either way hopefully this appointment when you have it will be able to provide some further answers or reassurance for you, and I hope it's not too long to wait for this.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator