Welcome to EmpowHER. Most of the time, abnormal cell changes on the cervix are caused by certain types of human papillomavirus, or HPV. Usually these cell changes go away on their own. But certain types of HPV have been linked to cervical cancer. That’s why it’s important for women to have regular Pap tests. It usually takes many years for cell changes in the cervix to turn into cancer. If you were diagnosed with Cervical dysplasia, Mild dysplasia may go away on its own.
You may only need careful observation by your doctor with repeat Pap smears every 3 - 6 months.
If the changes do not go away or get worse, treatment is necessary.
Treatment for moderate-to-severe dysplasia or mild dysplasia that does not go away may include:
Cryosurgery to freeze abnormal cells
Laser therapy, which uses light to burn away abnormal tissue
LEEP (loop electrosurgical excision procedure), which uses electricity to remove abnormal tissue (See: Electrocauterization)
Surgery to remove the abnormal tissue (cone biopsy)
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Hi Anon,
Welcome to EmpowHER. Most of the time, abnormal cell changes on the cervix are caused by certain types of human papillomavirus, or HPV. Usually these cell changes go away on their own. But certain types of HPV have been linked to cervical cancer. That’s why it’s important for women to have regular Pap tests. It usually takes many years for cell changes in the cervix to turn into cancer. If you were diagnosed with Cervical dysplasia, Mild dysplasia may go away on its own.
You may only need careful observation by your doctor with repeat Pap smears every 3 - 6 months.
If the changes do not go away or get worse, treatment is necessary.
Treatment for moderate-to-severe dysplasia or mild dysplasia that does not go away may include:
Cryosurgery to freeze abnormal cells
Laser therapy, which uses light to burn away abnormal tissue
LEEP (loop electrosurgical excision procedure), which uses electricity to remove abnormal tissue (See: Electrocauterization)
Surgery to remove the abnormal tissue (cone biopsy)
I've included a link that might be helpful
https://www.empowher.com/condition/human-papillomavirus-hpv
Best,
Daisy
February 22, 2012 - 4:35amThis Comment
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