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If i have consistent hpv + results but back to back normal paps do i still need to be send in for a colposcopy ? i am very worried because for the past 2y my paps been normal but hpv has been present?

Q: if i have consistent hpv + results but back to back normal paps do i still need to be send in for a colposcopy ? i am very worried because for the past 2y my paps been normal but hpv has been present?

: HPV are of many types and only a few types lead to positive Pap for Cx cancer. Follow your docs advice. colposcopy - if recommended is a simple procedure

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

HPV are of many types and only a few types lead to positive Pap for Cx cancer. Follow your docs advice. colposcopy - if recommended is a simple procedure

Answered 5/16/2023

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A member asked:

If i have consistent hpv + results but back to back normal paps do i still need to be send in for a colposcopy ? i am very worried because for the past 2y my paps been normal but hpv has been present?

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