HPV Support Group
Human papillomavirus is a diverse group of DNA-based viruses that infect the skin and mucous membranes of humans. More than 100 different human papillomavirus (HPV) types have been characterized. Some HPV types cause benign skin warts, or papillomas, for which the virus family is named. HPVs associated with the development of such "common warts" are transmitted...
Hi everyone.
Im new to this. Recently (3 weeks today) been diagonsed with HPV; due to having a abnormality with my smear (pap) test and then having a colposcopy 3 weeks today. I now have to go to have a Leep procedure done (a week today). I have cin3 cells. Im nervous, numb and overwhelmed. I have educated myself about what to expect. But im worried about the future. I have a 6 year old, fiance and plans for more children. Why me?
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Hang in there! I’ve had abnormal paps and high risk hpv but no Leep yet. How did it go? Did you have clear margins? I’ve heard many ppl become clear after the infected tissue and bad cells are taken out. I hope this will be your case.
I’ve been asking ‘why me?’ too. And the worst thing is that I have plenty of answers:-(( I know guilt does not help...