What happens if I have an abnormal pap test?
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Riverside Women's Health answered:An abnormal result does not mean you have HPV or cervical cancer. Other reasons for an abnormal Pap test result include:
Yeast infections Irritation Hormone changesIf your Pap test is abnormal, your doctor may do the test again. You may also have an HPV test or these tests:
Colposcopy. A device is used to look closely at your cervix. It lets the doctor look at any abnormal areas. Schiller test. The test involves coating the cervix with an iodine solution. Healthy cells turn brown and abnormal cells turn white or yellow. Biopsy. A small amount of cervical tissue is taken out and looked at under a microscope. This way the doctor can tell if the abnormal cells are cancer.This answer is based on source information from the National Women's Health Information Center.
An abnormal result does not mean you have HPV or cervical cancer. Other reasons for an abnormal Pap test result include: Yeast infections Irritation Hormone changes If your Pap test is abnormal, your doctor may do the test again. You may also have... More -
Dr. Kevin Windom answered:If you have an abnormal Pap test then a few different things may happen. Sometimes it needs to be repeated in 4-6 months. You may need to have a colposcopy (magnified view of the cervix) and a biopsy. Lastly, your healthcare provider may want to prescribe an antibiotic or antifungal medication.
If you have an abnormal Pap test then a few different things may happen. Sometimes it needs to be repeated in 4-6 months. You may need to have a colposcopy (magnified view of the cervix) and a biopsy. Lastly, your healthcare provider may want to... More
