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Had a colposcopy done and a sample was taken. dr. said that my cervix looks almost normal but says i probably have hpv, could the sample rule this out?

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Yes: The biopsy should show HPV changes, buta pap smear can check for it.

Dr Abbott agreed

Answered 6/8/2015

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My recent Pap smear shows ASCUS + HPV high risk positive. My last test was done in May 2021 which showed normal and negative HPV. I have scheduled a colposcopy next month but how possible I would have a result >= CIN3? I am very nervous and worried?

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Dr. says with close monitor, Pap tests and colposcopy tests and no HPV partner, my HPV16 could go away and if be cured! Is this true? Is it possible?

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A member asked:

If cytology is normal 3 years In a row but only hpv positive this year with normal cytology negative 16/18 why would doc want colposcopy Wouldnt a retest be better?

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My Dr. says that with close monitor, Pap tests & colposcopy and no HPV partner, the virus might go and I'd be cured! Is this true ? Is it possible??

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Is it routine to recommend a colposcopy with a normal pap but hpv positive negative for 16/18?

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