Posted by What Now, Thursday, June 26, 2008 at 03:12 PM

Abnormal Pap Test

According to my gyno, my pap test says I have vaginosis with atypical cells. I have no idea what this means, but additional tests have been ordered. Could my pap smear results mean that I have HPV?

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Posted by Tough Sally

June 26, 2008 at 03:13 PM

WN,

You'll need to discuss these findings further with your doctor. What I can tell you is that a pap smear can't detect HPV, but it's a necessary exam to check for other conditions. You can request a separate test for HPV that will provide more specific answers.

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