Freaking out--cervical cancer?

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welshwitch

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I had a freak out today at my ob/gyn's office. I was going to a follow up appt. for a colpscopy (sp?) because my pap smear came back bad and I was diagnosed w. HPV.

The dr. basically said that my results were high grade, and said that this could lead to cervical cancer. After a super invasive biopsy procedure, I started crying to the doctor (first time I had been to her) and told her I had CF ("I know", she said) and I basically said that I've done all this work to be able to handle CF and all the complications that come with it but this is just such a new realm for me and I really know nothing about what to expect.

She basically was really understanding and offered me a tissue (this is becoming standard at my dr. appointments) and said that I shouldn't worry about it until I get the results back.

So I have a week to wait until we find out what the next step is. I keep thinking that I have CF, how could I possibly have something else to deal with? I explained to the dr. that with CF you are used to thinking of the worst case scenario (or maybe I just do this, I don't know) and that with this situation I basically already have accepted the worst possible results.

Anyway--maybe I should be posting this on a different board, but I'm just feeling a little down today. Not sure how I could possibly handle anything else. I feel so lost in the world of ob/gyn issues--it's really a foreign planet. It makes CF seem like a familiar friend.
 
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welshwitch

Guest
I had a freak out today at my ob/gyn's office. I was going to a follow up appt. for a colpscopy (sp?) because my pap smear came back bad and I was diagnosed w. HPV.

The dr. basically said that my results were high grade, and said that this could lead to cervical cancer. After a super invasive biopsy procedure, I started crying to the doctor (first time I had been to her) and told her I had CF ("I know", she said) and I basically said that I've done all this work to be able to handle CF and all the complications that come with it but this is just such a new realm for me and I really know nothing about what to expect.

She basically was really understanding and offered me a tissue (this is becoming standard at my dr. appointments) and said that I shouldn't worry about it until I get the results back.

So I have a week to wait until we find out what the next step is. I keep thinking that I have CF, how could I possibly have something else to deal with? I explained to the dr. that with CF you are used to thinking of the worst case scenario (or maybe I just do this, I don't know) and that with this situation I basically already have accepted the worst possible results.

Anyway--maybe I should be posting this on a different board, but I'm just feeling a little down today. Not sure how I could possibly handle anything else. I feel so lost in the world of ob/gyn issues--it's really a foreign planet. It makes CF seem like a familiar friend.
 
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welshwitch

Guest
I had a freak out today at my ob/gyn's office. I was going to a follow up appt. for a colpscopy (sp?) because my pap smear came back bad and I was diagnosed w. HPV.

The dr. basically said that my results were high grade, and said that this could lead to cervical cancer. After a super invasive biopsy procedure, I started crying to the doctor (first time I had been to her) and told her I had CF ("I know", she said) and I basically said that I've done all this work to be able to handle CF and all the complications that come with it but this is just such a new realm for me and I really know nothing about what to expect.

She basically was really understanding and offered me a tissue (this is becoming standard at my dr. appointments) and said that I shouldn't worry about it until I get the results back.

So I have a week to wait until we find out what the next step is. I keep thinking that I have CF, how could I possibly have something else to deal with? I explained to the dr. that with CF you are used to thinking of the worst case scenario (or maybe I just do this, I don't know) and that with this situation I basically already have accepted the worst possible results.

Anyway--maybe I should be posting this on a different board, but I'm just feeling a little down today. Not sure how I could possibly handle anything else. I feel so lost in the world of ob/gyn issues--it's really a foreign planet. It makes CF seem like a familiar friend.
 
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welshwitch

Guest
I had a freak out today at my ob/gyn's office. I was going to a follow up appt. for a colpscopy (sp?) because my pap smear came back bad and I was diagnosed w. HPV.

The dr. basically said that my results were high grade, and said that this could lead to cervical cancer. After a super invasive biopsy procedure, I started crying to the doctor (first time I had been to her) and told her I had CF ("I know", she said) and I basically said that I've done all this work to be able to handle CF and all the complications that come with it but this is just such a new realm for me and I really know nothing about what to expect.

She basically was really understanding and offered me a tissue (this is becoming standard at my dr. appointments) and said that I shouldn't worry about it until I get the results back.

So I have a week to wait until we find out what the next step is. I keep thinking that I have CF, how could I possibly have something else to deal with? I explained to the dr. that with CF you are used to thinking of the worst case scenario (or maybe I just do this, I don't know) and that with this situation I basically already have accepted the worst possible results.

Anyway--maybe I should be posting this on a different board, but I'm just feeling a little down today. Not sure how I could possibly handle anything else. I feel so lost in the world of ob/gyn issues--it's really a foreign planet. It makes CF seem like a familiar friend.
 
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welshwitch

Guest
I had a freak out today at my ob/gyn's office. I was going to a follow up appt. for a colpscopy (sp?) because my pap smear came back bad and I was diagnosed w. HPV.
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<br />The dr. basically said that my results were high grade, and said that this could lead to cervical cancer. After a super invasive biopsy procedure, I started crying to the doctor (first time I had been to her) and told her I had CF ("I know", she said) and I basically said that I've done all this work to be able to handle CF and all the complications that come with it but this is just such a new realm for me and I really know nothing about what to expect.
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<br />She basically was really understanding and offered me a tissue (this is becoming standard at my dr. appointments) and said that I shouldn't worry about it until I get the results back.
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<br />So I have a week to wait until we find out what the next step is. I keep thinking that I have CF, how could I possibly have something else to deal with? I explained to the dr. that with CF you are used to thinking of the worst case scenario (or maybe I just do this, I don't know) and that with this situation I basically already have accepted the worst possible results.
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<br />Anyway--maybe I should be posting this on a different board, but I'm just feeling a little down today. Not sure how I could possibly handle anything else. I feel so lost in the world of ob/gyn issues--it's really a foreign planet. It makes CF seem like a familiar friend.
 
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kitomd21

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At this point, all you may need to worry about is following through on routine paps. You may need them bi-annually to stay on top of any pre-cancerous cells that may or may not be detected. If you weren't specifically diagnosed with cervical cancer, then all all doctor was stating is that the viral form of HPV that you carry is in a "high risk" category for leading to cancer. I'm curious if your doctor was referring to "high grade" cancer cells or "high risk" HPV strain category?

Colposcopy tissue samples are taken based upon their reaction to a vinegar-type solution. If a large area of tissue reacted (i.e., turned white) then your doctor's concern is likely elevated. Did you receive the biopsy results? Cervical cancer is highly treatable if caught early. Initial treatment involves cryogenic freezing of the affected areas and follow-up paps. The cervix can be removed +/- hysterectomy. I believe the metastatic potential is an issue if it's caught late.

It sounds like both you and your doctor are "on top" of things. I'd be more inconvenienced by more routine paps than worrying about cancer at this point. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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kitomd21

New member
At this point, all you may need to worry about is following through on routine paps. You may need them bi-annually to stay on top of any pre-cancerous cells that may or may not be detected. If you weren't specifically diagnosed with cervical cancer, then all all doctor was stating is that the viral form of HPV that you carry is in a "high risk" category for leading to cancer. I'm curious if your doctor was referring to "high grade" cancer cells or "high risk" HPV strain category?

Colposcopy tissue samples are taken based upon their reaction to a vinegar-type solution. If a large area of tissue reacted (i.e., turned white) then your doctor's concern is likely elevated. Did you receive the biopsy results? Cervical cancer is highly treatable if caught early. Initial treatment involves cryogenic freezing of the affected areas and follow-up paps. The cervix can be removed +/- hysterectomy. I believe the metastatic potential is an issue if it's caught late.

It sounds like both you and your doctor are "on top" of things. I'd be more inconvenienced by more routine paps than worrying about cancer at this point. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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kitomd21

New member
At this point, all you may need to worry about is following through on routine paps. You may need them bi-annually to stay on top of any pre-cancerous cells that may or may not be detected. If you weren't specifically diagnosed with cervical cancer, then all all doctor was stating is that the viral form of HPV that you carry is in a "high risk" category for leading to cancer. I'm curious if your doctor was referring to "high grade" cancer cells or "high risk" HPV strain category?

Colposcopy tissue samples are taken based upon their reaction to a vinegar-type solution. If a large area of tissue reacted (i.e., turned white) then your doctor's concern is likely elevated. Did you receive the biopsy results? Cervical cancer is highly treatable if caught early. Initial treatment involves cryogenic freezing of the affected areas and follow-up paps. The cervix can be removed +/- hysterectomy. I believe the metastatic potential is an issue if it's caught late.

It sounds like both you and your doctor are "on top" of things. I'd be more inconvenienced by more routine paps than worrying about cancer at this point. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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kitomd21

New member
At this point, all you may need to worry about is following through on routine paps. You may need them bi-annually to stay on top of any pre-cancerous cells that may or may not be detected. If you weren't specifically diagnosed with cervical cancer, then all all doctor was stating is that the viral form of HPV that you carry is in a "high risk" category for leading to cancer. I'm curious if your doctor was referring to "high grade" cancer cells or "high risk" HPV strain category?

Colposcopy tissue samples are taken based upon their reaction to a vinegar-type solution. If a large area of tissue reacted (i.e., turned white) then your doctor's concern is likely elevated. Did you receive the biopsy results? Cervical cancer is highly treatable if caught early. Initial treatment involves cryogenic freezing of the affected areas and follow-up paps. The cervix can be removed +/- hysterectomy. I believe the metastatic potential is an issue if it's caught late.

It sounds like both you and your doctor are "on top" of things. I'd be more inconvenienced by more routine paps than worrying about cancer at this point. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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kitomd21

New member
At this point, all you may need to worry about is following through on routine paps. You may need them bi-annually to stay on top of any pre-cancerous cells that may or may not be detected. If you weren't specifically diagnosed with cervical cancer, then all all doctor was stating is that the viral form of HPV that you carry is in a "high risk" category for leading to cancer. I'm curious if your doctor was referring to "high grade" cancer cells or "high risk" HPV strain category?
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<br />Colposcopy tissue samples are taken based upon their reaction to a vinegar-type solution. If a large area of tissue reacted (i.e., turned white) then your doctor's concern is likely elevated. Did you receive the biopsy results? Cervical cancer is highly treatable if caught early. Initial treatment involves cryogenic freezing of the affected areas and follow-up paps. The cervix can be removed +/- hysterectomy. I believe the metastatic potential is an issue if it's caught late.
<br />
<br />It sounds like both you and your doctor are "on top" of things. I'd be more inconvenienced by more routine paps than worrying about cancer at this point. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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beleache

New member
I am sorry you have another health issue to worry about <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">isgust;

Several years ago i had a abnormal pap smear & a freeze type of procedure done .. After that i had more frequent paps done, but am now back to routine paps since it has been awhile since that took place..

Sounds like your dr. is on top of it & thats a good thing.. As far as you thinking the worst , i think many of us do that so we wont be disappointed and or if it is good news we will be pleasantly surprised..

I hope & pray that you are pleasantly surprised when you get your results..

{{{{{Hugs}}}}} to you.. Keep us posted <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0"> joni
 
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beleache

New member
I am sorry you have another health issue to worry about <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">isgust;

Several years ago i had a abnormal pap smear & a freeze type of procedure done .. After that i had more frequent paps done, but am now back to routine paps since it has been awhile since that took place..

Sounds like your dr. is on top of it & thats a good thing.. As far as you thinking the worst , i think many of us do that so we wont be disappointed and or if it is good news we will be pleasantly surprised..

I hope & pray that you are pleasantly surprised when you get your results..

{{{{{Hugs}}}}} to you.. Keep us posted <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0"> joni
 
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beleache

New member
I am sorry you have another health issue to worry about <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">isgust;

Several years ago i had a abnormal pap smear & a freeze type of procedure done .. After that i had more frequent paps done, but am now back to routine paps since it has been awhile since that took place..

Sounds like your dr. is on top of it & thats a good thing.. As far as you thinking the worst , i think many of us do that so we wont be disappointed and or if it is good news we will be pleasantly surprised..

I hope & pray that you are pleasantly surprised when you get your results..

{{{{{Hugs}}}}} to you.. Keep us posted <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0"> joni
 
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beleache

New member
I am sorry you have another health issue to worry about <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">isgust;

Several years ago i had a abnormal pap smear & a freeze type of procedure done .. After that i had more frequent paps done, but am now back to routine paps since it has been awhile since that took place..

Sounds like your dr. is on top of it & thats a good thing.. As far as you thinking the worst , i think many of us do that so we wont be disappointed and or if it is good news we will be pleasantly surprised..

I hope & pray that you are pleasantly surprised when you get your results..

{{{{{Hugs}}}}} to you.. Keep us posted <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0"> joni
 
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beleache

New member
I am sorry you have another health issue to worry about <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">isgust;
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<br /> Several years ago i had a abnormal pap smear & a freeze type of procedure done .. After that i had more frequent paps done, but am now back to routine paps since it has been awhile since that took place..
<br />
<br /> Sounds like your dr. is on top of it & thats a good thing.. As far as you thinking the worst , i think many of us do that so we wont be disappointed and or if it is good news we will be pleasantly surprised..
<br />
<br />I hope & pray that you are pleasantly surprised when you get your results..
<br />
<br /> {{{{{Hugs}}}}} to you.. Keep us posted <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0"> joni
 
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