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I've had abnormal cells after smears for 6 years. can this be caused by anything other than the hpv?i've just been tested for hpv but worrying
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HPV and PAPs: Hpv is usually the commonest cause for abnormal pap tests. Fortunately we are able to check for hpv relatively easily. I would wait for the results of the testing and have your physician review these with you in light of the abnormal cells that were found. Most healthy women are usually also able to clear hpv infections with no issues. Hope that this was helpfull.
Answered 3/28/2014
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