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I had a pap smear done and my gyn said i had abnormal cells. what could be the reasons for this?

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Two things: Often, the abnormal normal cells are benign and also known as "reactive". If, on the other hand, they are not benign, the may represent changes related to hpv virus infection. There are different type of hpv and they have different implications. You may need additional treatment. Please discuss this with your doctor.

Answered 1/22/2013

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