Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Urgent medical advice
My aunty (age 55) pap smear report shows that high grade aquamous intraepithelial lesion(hpv infestation) . Doctor tells that immediate operation is required.
What should I do now also I've attached report??
Answers (3)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Usually high grade lesion can turn into malignancy later on....a simple hysterectomy should end the problem completely..if a visible lesion is noted then a less invasive procedures can be done..
Next Steps
a decision to go for surgery can be taken if the patient is willing for the same .
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced oncologist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+110
Dr. L Rohit Reddy
Oncologist
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Urgent operation is not indicated
Next Steps
You should visit a gynecologist and consider for first colposcopy which is basically a magnification microscope
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Nilaxi Khataniar
Radiation Oncologist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
The next best step would be to undergo a loop electrosurgical excision procedure or LEEP which will remove the affected part of the cervix. Hysterectomy or complete removal of uterus and cervix is not recommended in HSIL.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.