Question 1

i received my pap smear result pap iia and hpv positive, no cell changes -i have anal itch for 2 years though. what does it mean? i have the same partner for 6 years, i read it disappears after 2 years but i still have it? is my body not fighting it?

Accepted Answer

: Human papilloma virus (HPV)  can be reduced/eliminated over time by the immune system, but there are many distinct cell types, and reinfection is always possible between two individuals. "Anal itching" may also be from another source. See your GYN physician for confirmation. Viele Gluck !

Question 2

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i received my pap smear results and second year in a raw it came back with bacterial vaginosis and my hpv results came back positive for other hr-hpv b... should i be worried ?

Accepted Answer

Incomplete data: From this post it appears to suggest you have acquired one or more of the many strains of HPV called high risk. These may in you lifetime clear completely or trigger cervical cancer years or decades later. It would be good evidence you should continue to get pap smears looking for early evidence of that possibility at your docs suggested intervals so early recognition/treatment can occur.

Question 3

looked up my pap smear results on the lancet app. it said i tested positive for the high risk hpv virus - group b. i've also been diagnosed with endometriosis in 2017. what is the next step in my scenario? i'm only seeing my doctor in the new year?

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Some basics: As many as 70% of women your age tested + for past HPV exposure before the high risk forms were linked to cancer. We have done Pap smears for decades to screen for this before knowing the link.You can go a lifetime without a problem or it can show in years or decades. This result will likely make you more compliant get paps done as recommended. Group B strep if found transiently in 1/3, is minor.

Question 4

help. last pap smear results came back saying superficial and intermediate squamous and parabasal cells.  i have tested negative for h p v & 16/18.?

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Normal: The elements you describe are normal elements in a gyn cytology exam. Negative hpv lessens the risk  of dysplasia.  Abnormal  diagnosis would include atypical squamous or squamous intraepithelial neoplasia.

Question 5

hi i need help understanding my pap smear results?

Accepted Answer

Virtual visit: Consider scheduling a virtual visit where you can share your pap results one on one with an Obgyn. They will be happy to explain your results

Question 6

abnormal pap smear results. how soon do i return?

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WHAT DID YOUR DOC SA: Say ! did you ask your doc , it depends how abnormal the pap was , please call your doc.

Question 7

does terconazole interfere with pap smear results?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If there is a lot in the vagina. Also the infection can affect the pap smear as inflammation can affect the cells make them look abnormal.

Question 8

my pap smear result is moderate inflammation, what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

Cervicitis: This simply means inflammatory cells where present on your cervix.  There is no evidence of dysplasia.  Your doctor may place you on antibiotics.

Question 9

can i still join the army if i have an abnormal pap smear result?

Accepted Answer

That depends: The following is grounds for rejection for enlistment or conditioning:
"abnormal pap smear graded lgsil or higher severity, or any smear in which the descriptive terms carcinoma-in-situ, invasive cancer, condyloma acuminatum, human papilloma virus, or dysplasia are used.".

Question 10

my pap smear results says squames and endocervical cells what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Normal cervix cells: These are the two types of cells normally lining the cervix.

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I received my pap smear result pap iia and hpv positive, no cell changes -i have anal itch for 2 years though. what does it mean? i have the same partner for 6 years, i read it disappears after 2 years but i still have it? is my body not fighting it?

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Hi doctor i received my pap smear results and second year in a raw it came back with bacterial vaginosis and my hpv results came back positive for other hr-hpv b... should i be worried ?

A member asked:

Looked up my pap smear results on the lancet app. it said i tested positive for the high risk hpv virus - group b. i've also been diagnosed with endometriosis in 2017. what is the next step in my scenario? i'm only seeing my doctor in the new year?

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Help. last pap smear results came back saying superficial and intermediate squamous and parabasal cells. i have tested negative for h p v & 16/18.?

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Hi i need help understanding my pap smear results?

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Abnormal pap smear results. how soon do i return?

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Does terconazole interfere with pap smear results?

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My pap smear result is moderate inflammation, what does it mean?

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Can i still join the army if i have an abnormal pap smear result?

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My pap smear results says squames and endocervical cells what does that mean?

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