Sarahismyname Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 My cervical screening has come back as abnormal cells. It says low grade and shows HPV. I have to have a colposcopy procedure but I am sooo worried because I find my smear tests painful and really uncomfortable. Has anyone else had a colposcopy and could tell me what it was like and what happens? I've heard that might put dye on but I'm not sure. I'm just soo worried. Please help 😭😭😖 Link to post Share on other sites
Wiseman2 Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 2 hours ago, Sarahismyname said: It says low grade and shows HPV. I have to have a colposcopy procedure but I am sooo worried Ask your physician to do a complete STD screen. Ask if you're an appropriate candidate for a vaccine. It sounds like your BF won't use condoms? As you know HPV, although quite common, is a sexually transmitted disease. You'll have to refrain from sex for a while. It's not a good idea to collect anecdotal accounts of the procedure because only your medical care professionals can give you appropriate info on your specific situation and what types of discomfort or medical pain control is involved for you specifically. For general information on this procedure, research reputable medical information sites, such as Mayo Clinic etc. Link to post Share on other sites
BrinnM Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 (edited) Hey Sarah - I know it sounds scary, but don’t worry too much! I’ve had that done, and the procedure is the same as the PAP smear really, not great fun, but definitely not painful. If they find any cancerous or abnormal looking cells though (like in my case), they’ll have to do a followup biopsy. (Which is also not that bad, TBH.) Edited August 28, 2022 by BrinnM 1 Link to post Share on other sites
chrysalis3 Posted September 3, 2022 Share Posted September 3, 2022 On 8/28/2022 at 5:32 AM, Sarahismyname said: My cervical screening has come back as abnormal cells. It says low grade and shows HPV. I have to have a colposcopy procedure but I am sooo worried because I find my smear tests painful and really uncomfortable. Has anyone else had a colposcopy and could tell me what it was like and what happens? I've heard that might put dye on but I'm not sure. I'm just soo worried. Please help 😭😭😖 As for the colonoscopy... the worst part is the prep. Truly you don't feel a thing since they give good iv meds. You just have to toot to get out😭Good luck. Link to post Share on other sites
stillafool Posted September 3, 2022 Share Posted September 3, 2022 From my understanding a Colposcopy does not hurt. It is very similar to a Pap Smear where you feel a little pressure. Even if you have to have a biopsy it won't hurt. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
BrinnM Posted September 3, 2022 Share Posted September 3, 2022 7 hours ago, chrysalis3 said: for the colonoscopy.. Different thing 1 Link to post Share on other sites
chrysalis3 Posted September 3, 2022 Share Posted September 3, 2022 9 minutes ago, BrinnM said: Different thing Oh I read that wrong! Yes. Well to the poster having a colposcopy.. they do numb the area. I had one it was very painless and quick. I apologize for my reading error. Link to post Share on other sites
jah526 Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 (edited) 6 hours ago, chrysalis3 said: Oh I read that wrong! Yes. Well to the poster having a colposcopy.. they do numb the area. I had one it was very painless and quick. I apologize for my reading error. I read it wrong too. Was just about to post the same thing you did, when I was like, wait, this word has more than one p in it... Edited September 4, 2022 by jah526 Link to post Share on other sites
chrysalis3 Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 8 hours ago, jah526 said: I read it wrong too. Was just about to post the same thing you did, when I was like, wait, this word has more than one p in it... I don't feel so alone now😩 1 Link to post Share on other sites
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