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Dx. with abnormal pap at age 55. 34 year monogamous relationship. we both had 2 partners at age 17 and 18. could this just be appearing?
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HPV: We now know that hpv (human papilloma virus) is the cause of abnormal cells on the pap. About 80% of sexually active people have been exposed to hpv and it is usually dormant. This is likely the case for you; you may have had hpv for many years without knowing it. This is also true for your husband. It does not mean he has been unfaithful to you. More info: acog.Org.
Answered 3/29/2014
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