advertisement
Reply
Thread Tools Display Modes
Rive1976
Grand Poohbah
 
Rive1976's Avatar
Rive1976 has no updates.
 
Member Since: Mar 2018
Location: USA
Posts: 1,740
5 yr Member
144 hugs
given
Default Mar 10, 2019 at 09:58 PM
  #1
My the nurse at the ob/gyn I see called and said that I had an abnormal pap smear and the doc will see you back in a year. Why a year if my pap is abnormal? I feel two little lumps on my cervix. Should I go in? Ps. I dont make a habit of reaching in there. I was trying to remove a tampon.
Rive1976 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
 
Hugs from:
*Beth*, Anonymous43949, Anonymous44076, Goforward, Travelinglady

advertisement
TishaBuv
Legendary
TishaBuv It’s mostly them, and somewhat me.
 
Member Since: Dec 2014
Location: USA
Posts: 10,122 (SuperPoster!)
8 yr Member
1,857 hugs
given
PC PoohBah!
Default Mar 10, 2019 at 10:09 PM
  #2
I agree. You’d think if you had an abnormal result, they would schedule you to come in. I would call back the office and double check. Maybe you misheard and she said ‘normal’?

__________________
"And don't say it hasn't been a little slice of heaven, 'cause it hasn't!"
. About Me--T
TishaBuv is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
 
Hugs from:
Goforward, Travelinglady
 
Thanks for this!
Rive1976, Travelinglady
Anonymous44076
Guest
Anonymous44076 has no updates. Edit
 
Posts: n/a
Default Mar 10, 2019 at 10:55 PM
  #3
Did you get a written copy of your result, Dnester? There are different levels of "abnormal"....some are more concerning to docs than others. I think you need an actual diagnosis or classification of the lab result. You have a right to view that written result.

There is also something that can happen which isn't exactly abnormal: "unclear" results. This can be due to several things such as excess discharge at the time of collection - so the lab couldn't get a clear result.

HPV is a common cause of "abnormal" cervical screens. I am not suggesting that you must be positive for HPV but it may be worth asking your doc. Sometimes with HPV, the medical community takes a "watch and see" approach which could be even for a year. It's easy to find out. They likely already tested you: it's a simple positive or negative for the virus. If you did test positive, there's no need to panic. Lots of women live with the virus a while without any troubles...the immune system tends to kick in and resolve it without intervention. That could be what your doc is thinking OR it could be nothing at all to do with HPV. Just a form of inflammation or irritation.

I recommend another meeting (or phone call) with your doctor to ask more questions. I suggest writing your Qs down before you talk so you don't forget anything. I find that helpful when I have MD appointments. Then you can take notes when you chat.

Women's bodies are complicated and also strong and very capable of healing. Always good to explore the test results. I wish you peace and good health.
  Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
 
Thanks for this!
Rive1976
Travelinglady
Legendary Wise Elder
 
Travelinglady's Avatar
Travelinglady is feeling tired.
 
Member Since: Sep 2010
Location: North Carolina
Posts: 47,787 (SuperPoster!)
10 yr Member
22.8k hugs
given
PC PoohBah!
Default Mar 11, 2019 at 01:17 PM
  #4
When I had abnormal results I had to come back in six months. I agree, it's worth calling your doctor about.
Travelinglady is online now   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
 
Thanks for this!
Goforward, Rive1976
Anonymous43949
Guest
Anonymous43949 has no updates. Edit
 
Posts: n/a
Default Mar 11, 2019 at 10:23 PM
  #5
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dnester View Post
My the nurse at the ob/gyn I see called and said that I had an abnormal pap smear and the doc will see you back in a year. Why a year if my pap is abnormal? I feel two little lumps on my cervix. Should I go in? Ps. I dont make a habit of reaching in there. I was trying to remove a tampon.
Yep, call your Doc. Whatever it is, manage it early.
  Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
 
Thanks for this!
Rive1976
Fuzzybear
Wisest Elder Ever
 
Fuzzybear's Avatar
Fuzzybear has no updates.
 
Member Since: Nov 2002
Location: Cave.
Posts: 96,300 (SuperPoster!)
20 yr Member
81.2k hugs
given
PC PoohBah!
Default Mar 28, 2019 at 07:17 PM
  #6
Call the doctor. I agree

__________________
Fuzzybear is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
 
Thanks for this!
Goforward, Rive1976
Goforward
Member
Goforward and don't stop
 
Member Since: Jan 2019
Location: CA
Posts: 273
5 yr Member
838 hugs
given
Default May 23, 2020 at 11:42 AM
  #7
Dear Rive1976,
Call the OB/GYN office and clarify what the recommendation is. I would think they would schedule you fo a repeat Pap in a month or two then see what course to take.
Goforward is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Aviza
Magnate
 
Aviza's Avatar
Aviza Calm
 
Member Since: Jan 2013
Location: Midwest
Posts: 2,456
10 yr Member
86 hugs
given
PC PoohBah!
Default May 24, 2020 at 08:10 PM
  #8
I've had abnormal paps, it's usually come back in 6 months. But things have changed and they may be waiting a year. Especially if tested negative for hpv. If positive for hpv might be 6 months.

__________________
Son: 14, 12/15/2009 R.I.P.
Daughter: 20
Diagnosis: Bipolar with Psychosis. Latuda 100 mgs.
Aviza is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
 
Thanks for this!
Goforward
MsLady
Poohbah
MsLady has no updates.
 
Member Since: Mar 2020
Location: Earth
Posts: 1,143
3 yr Member
360 hugs
given
Default Jun 03, 2020 at 03:18 AM
  #9
.. so they can do another pap test in 6-12 months to determine if further testing needs to be done. I'd request for further testing asap, though. It's your body.
MsLady is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Aviza
Magnate
 
Aviza's Avatar
Aviza Calm
 
Member Since: Jan 2013
Location: Midwest
Posts: 2,456
10 yr Member
86 hugs
given
PC PoohBah!
Default Jun 04, 2020 at 12:24 PM
  #10
They redo the pap in 6 months or a year. Usually 2nd one comes back normal. Never had two be abnormal.

__________________
Son: 14, 12/15/2009 R.I.P.
Daughter: 20
Diagnosis: Bipolar with Psychosis. Latuda 100 mgs.
Aviza is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:49 PM.
Powered by vBulletin® — Copyright © 2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.



 

My Support Forums

My Support Forums is the online community that was originally begun as the Psych Central Forums in 2001. It now runs as an independent self-help support group community for mental health, personality, and psychological issues and is overseen by a group of dedicated, caring volunteers from around the world.

 

Helplines and Lifelines

The material on this site is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment provided by a qualified health care provider.

Always consult your doctor or mental health professional before trying anything you read here.