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Is Testing For HPV Along With Pap Smear Normal?

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Posted on Mon, 14 Sep 2015
Question: hi just wondered if you could help, I am 50 years old and have been to my Doctors today for a smear test, my last one was 6 years ago I also went to see her cos I had 2 lumps which turned out to be cysts she said they were fine and nothing to worry about, my question is she said my smear test would be tested for the wart virus is this usual am worried she saw something and didn't tell me ,
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Answered by Dr. Ramadevi Wani (31 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
There is no reason for concern.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I am Dr Ramadevi Wani. I will be. answering your concerns today.

There is no reason for concern. Pap smear with co testing for HPV is the current guideline for cervical cancer screening. So don't worry.
About 50% of lesions missed by single Pap test can be picked up by additional HPV testing.
This co testing helps in better management .

If both are negative it gives greater reassurance. there is no risk of cervical cancer for several years and you can have the next Pap test after 5 years.
I hope this helps. If you have further concerns, I will be happy to answer.
Best wishes,
Dr Rama.
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Is Testing For HPV Along With Pap Smear Normal?

Brief Answer: There is no reason for concern. Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I am Dr Ramadevi Wani. I will be. answering your concerns today. There is no reason for concern. Pap smear with co testing for HPV is the current guideline for cervical cancer screening. So don't worry. About 50% of lesions missed by single Pap test can be picked up by additional HPV testing. This co testing helps in better management . If both are negative it gives greater reassurance. there is no risk of cervical cancer for several years and you can have the next Pap test after 5 years. I hope this helps. If you have further concerns, I will be happy to answer. Best wishes, Dr Rama.