Frequently Asked Questions - High-risk Human Papillomavirus found, cell changes seen

HPV is a common virus which most people clear naturally. However some individuals can take a little longer to clear the virus, these individuals can sometimes develop cell changes.

As your test shows that you are HPV positive, it is important that we monitor you more frequently to make sure that the HPV clears.

Your test has shown some minor changes in your cells which require further investigation in a Colposcopy clinic.

Finding out you have cell changes can be worrying, It is important to note that cell changes are not cervical cancer. Having cell changes also does not mean you will develop cervical cancer as the majority of cell changes will get better by themselves or with treatment.

No, your test has shown some minor cell changes cell changes but this does not mean you have cervical cancer.

Having cell changes also does not mean you will develop cervical cancer, as the majority of cell changes will get better by themselves or with treatment.

Your test has shown some minor cell changes which are very unlikely to be cancer but do need investigating at a colposcopy clinic. Colposcopy is an examination to take a closer look at your cervix (neck of the womb). The colposcopist will look for any changes to the cervix.