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Gyn cytology report reads "rare hyperchromatic groups of atypical cells". does rare in this case mean "few" or a rare group i.e. a rare cancer?
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Few : In this case rear means few and should cause you no problems
Answered 12/13/2016
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It means few: and it is just atypical cells, not cancer. Not to worry! But ask your gyn for his/her opinion. Good luck.
Answered 12/19/2017
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"few": Even though the atypical cell groups are few it will need followup. Talk to your physician that did your pap for a thorough explanation and schedule followup.
Answered 12/31/2016
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