cervical cancer

[horsemom]

Wow, I am amazed at how many of us have gone through the same thing. I too had dsyplasic cells show on a pap, underwent two colops and subsequent cauterizations in the late 90s, when I was in my late 20s. I did it all alone, afraid to tell anyone....silly, now that I think about it.

Since then I have had good paps and recently during an exam had the nurse mention the test for HPV. She wasn't sure if my insurance would pay, but I said to do it anyway, and it was negative (ins must have paid, I never saw a bill.) My body and the procedures must have taken care of the virus---after all these years it was a load off my mind.

It is amazing that I never talked about it with anyone. I am so glad you all are here so someone else doesn't have to go through that alone.

Laura

[Cha Cha]

Just wanted to LYK, everything with the colpo went fine, Dr said he didn't see anything at all and there was nothing to be concerned about. There was a little burning with the vinegar, but aside from some very minor discomfort (about like a regular pap), it was painless. Hooray!

Thanks again for the encouraging words, it means a lot!

Amy