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Menopause Discussion => Other Health Discussion => Topic started by: Winnie on November 29, 2013, 12:31:43 PM

Title: Smear test changes ?
Post by: Winnie on November 29, 2013, 12:31:43 PM

Hi Everyone,

Just had a letter back about my recent smear test not the answer I was expecting.  They have notice
changes I have to go back in 6 months.  Anyone else had this and what does it mean please.
Regards
Winnie

Title: Re: Smear test changes ?
Post by: CLKD on November 29, 2013, 04:10:59 PM

My sister had this many years ago. Still here  ::)

 It probably means that the cells are not what is 'usual' as our bodies age.  If you are worried give the Nurse who took the sample a ring.  3-6 month regular checks until the cells are 'within normal limits' is usual if there is any doubt.

Title: Re: Smear test changes ?
Post by: Taz2 on November 29, 2013, 08:20:32 PM

Hi Winnie - I think that changes can be down to different things so they just need to keep an eye on your to make sure that it is not the beginning of cell changes which may lead to cancer. This might be useful http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/cancer-help/type/cervical-cancer/about/cervical-cancer-screening

Try not to worry.

Taz x

Title: Re: Smear test changes ?
Post by: Winnie on November 30, 2013, 02:08:47 PM

Thanks for replying to the post checked up on the website helped put my at mind ease.  Why can't they just say in the letter what they think it might be would save a lot of worry.

Thanks again
Winnie

Title: Re: Smear test changes ?
Post by: CLKD on November 30, 2013, 02:10:48 PM

too many variables  ::)