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Pap smear-negative for intraepithelial lesion or malignancy but positive in hpv high risk (16,18,31,33) what does this means? am i at risk for cancer?

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At risk: You simply need to be followed extra close. I am glad you are health conscious, and if you comply, you should be fine.

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/26/2020

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