Have to get a colpscopy. Does it hurt?

Question:

I just got a phone call from my doctor yesterday. She said that I had the test results back from my pap smear and it showed abnormal cells, and it tested positive for HPV. I dont remember which one she said, but it wasn't the genital warts one or anything. She also said I really shouldn't be worring about cancer or anything like that. But she said I do need to come in for a colpscopy to more closley examine the abnormal cells etc. Also that I would need to get the biopsy part done at the same time. I am nervous about this because the first time I go for a gyno visit I have all this happen (im 18.) Can anyone give me more information and advice?

Answers:

Good luck!

That's colposcopy, it is a method used to get a close up look at the cervix, no big deal, if they do a biopsy you will find a sharp pinch and it's over again no big deal but something you definitely need to follow through with. It only takes about 10 minutes.

Good luck!

It usually only takes 20 to 30 minutes for your doctor to complete a colposcopy and biopsy.

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