Re: HPV: DNA---UPDATE to Dr. Lyons, Jo Ann....please help...gyn oncologist
From: T. Lyons MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 24 Sep 2008 03:46:32 -0500 (CDT)
Message posted on T. Lyons, MD behalf by: Hope Waltman, Fibroid and
Women’s Health Forum Moderator
I would check with the gyn oncologist but in general with a normal
culposcopy you would only be required to have a PAP every 6 months.
The cyto brush will pick up anything in the canal and you can treat
as necessary then. Removal of the cervix still leaves you at risk as
the vaginal vault is also susceptible to the same viral influences.
Don't freak out. As long as you follow up you will not have to worry
about anything threatening your life. Follow up is most important.
--
T. Lyons, MD
ATLANTA, GA, Sightline of Atlanta
http://www.thomasllyons.com
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At Mon, 22 Sep 2008, Robin wrote:
>
>I just got the results of the DNA test that was done. My GYN said the
>test is highly suggestive or suspicious. He said it is one of the HPVs
>that have a higher likelihood of becoming cancerous. I am being sent to
>a GYN Onc for another opinion regarding the next step (numerous
>Colposcopies each year, a cream or surgical removal of the cervix).
>
>In your opinion, and I realize you do not have the results sitting in
>front of you, would you recommend surgery to remove the cervix or
>watching and waiting?
>
>I really started to think once the colposcopy came back clean and did
>not require a biopsy, things were going in my favor. Obviously, that is
>not so much the case.
>
>My concern is if the HPV is sitting up in the cervical canal, a
>colposcopy may not see that, which appears to be the case this time.
>
>Thank you again for your time and patience with me. I'm really scared.
>Never in my life did I think I would have to visit a GYN Onc!
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