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Pap smear cytology
My Pap smear report is as follows:
Microscopy says-
Smear examined shows superficial and intermediate squamous cells.
Mild inflammation present.
Interpretation says-
negative for intraepithelial lesion or malignancy.
Kindly tell me what this means and if it needs urgent attention.Thanks.
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Your pap smear shows cells which donot have any premalignant changes and reparative changes are present
It signifies in lay man term that everything is fine
U shouldn't worry
Repeat pap smear preferably lbc with hpv testing after three years
Let me take this opportunity to also sensitise u towards the need for hpv testing and vaccination if not done already
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Kindly consult at clinic or through online portal to discuss hpv vaccnation
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