Question 1

if you have high-grade cervical dysplasia, do you have cancer cells?

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Not likely: High grade dysplasia is pre-cancerous, but patients with high grade dysplasia are susceptible to developing cancer.  Because of the very high risk of developing cancer in association with high grade dysplasia, most patients are treated by a procedure called leep/cone.  However, the treatment process is a collaboration between the patient and gyn, and you could request a second pathology review.

Question 2

if you have high-grade cervical dysplasia, does that mean that you have cancer cells?

Accepted Answer

No: A high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (hsil) on pap smear typically equates to moderate to severe squamous dysplasia on cervical biopsy, a precursor to invasive cancer with high-grade lesions being more likely to progress (as opposed to low-grade lesions).  Areas of high-grade dysplasia are typically surgically excised so that the chance of progression to invasive cancer is minimized.

Question 3

does cervical dysplasia always turn into cancer?

Accepted Answer

No, but need PAP smr: Cervical dysplasia is a risk factor for cervical cancer, but doesn't automatically guarantee cancer. You'll need regular PAP smears if cervical dysplasia is found - yearly surveillance. Make sure you inform your Gynecologist of any changes in your health. Some women don't want to be hassled with yearly visits, &amp; choose to undergo a cone biopsy / cone  resection (preserving fertility) or other surg

Question 4

if i have cervical dysplasia, could it definitely progress to cancer?

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Yes: It definitely could progress to cancer.  Fortunately, it usually doesn't.  Nonetheless, because it could, it is imperative that you be followed with repeat paps and biopsies until it goes away or that you be treated to make it go away (and then be followed to make sure it has).

Question 5

if cervical dysplasia is present long enough will it turn into cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: Cervical dysplasia does not necessarily turn into cancer. Since we have no way of knowing which cases will turn out badly, it would be prudent to follow your doctor's advice regarding repeat testing and suggested treatment.

Question 6

i have cervical dysplasia. should i be worried about cervical cancer?

Accepted Answer

Possibly.: Cervical dysplasia is considered a precursor to cervical cancer. However, many cases of cervical dysplasia spontaneously resolve without treatment.  Most important is to repeat the pap smears as recommended by your gynecologist or family doctor to ensure that the dysplasia has resolved.

Question 7

how long does it usually take for moderate cervical dysplasia to turn into cancer?

Accepted Answer

Varies: An important factor is age.  The younger the person is, the greater the probability of resolution.  The diagnosis is more ominous after age 40, but there is no set schedule or certainty of progress.

Question 8

can someone have cervical dysplasia or cancer without having hpv?

Accepted Answer

: Yes and no. These problems are caused almost entirely by HPV. However, the HPV test misses some infections -- so a negative test result doesn't mean you do not have HPV.

Question 9

will having sex make my cervical dysplasia develop into cancer more quickly?

Accepted Answer

Probably not.: Sexual activity and cervical dysplasia are each independent risk factors for developing cervical cancer. However, the latter is a significantly larger risk as this is the immediate precursor to cancer.  Having sex may expose you to other types of hpv, this virus that causes cervical cancer, and that may increase your risk. So, protect yourself to minimize risk of re-infection with hpv.

Question 10

anyone ever have cervical dysplasia due to hpv and had it go to fatal cancer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, rarely: A person who is infected with hpv, and has cervical dysplasia, could potentially develop cervical cancer. However, with good follow up with your doctor, the diagnostic tools and preventive techniques that we use today make this unlikely.  Again, i stress the importance of regular follow up and care,  if your doctor is concerned, they may do a colposcopy and biopsy, and remove concerning tissue.

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