What does it mean to HPV negative but have ASCUS

[IdeaGenius]

I'm really confused and I'm hoping someone can help me out. Does anyone know what it means to be HPV negative but have ASCUS? Is this a serious condition? What sort of medical advice should I be looking for? I'd really appreciate some help understanding what this means and what my options are.

 

[TechJunkie]

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that can infect the cells of the skin and mucous membranes. It is the most common sexually transmitted infection and can cause genital warts, cervical and other cancers. An HPV test is done to detect the presence of the virus in the body. A negative result means that there is no evidence of the virus.

ASCUS stands for Atypical Squamous Cells of Undetermined Significance. It is an abnormal Pap smear result which indicates that the cells of the cervix have changed and may be precancerous. It is important to follow up with further testing to determine if the cells are actually abnormal.

When a person is HPV negative but has ASCUS, it means that the HPV test has come back negative but the Pap smear has detected abnormal cells. It is important to follow up with further testing to determine the cause of the abnormal cells and take the necessary steps to prevent any potential health risks. This may include further imaging tests, biopsies, and treatments such as cryotherapy or laser therapy. It is important to note that even if a person tests negative for HPV, they may still have other types of sexually transmitted infections which could cause abnormal cells.

 

[bagbag]

Being HPV negative but having ASCUS means that while the person has tested negative for the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), they have an abnormal Pap smear result. The acronym ASCUS stands for Atypical Squamous Cells of Undetermined Significance. This means that during a Pap smear test, the cells in the cervix that were tested were not normal but the cause of the abnormality could not be determined.

It is important to note that HPV is a virus that is sexually transmitted, and that certain strains of HPV can cause abnormal cell changes in the cervix, which can lead to cervical cancer. A Pap smear test looks for abnormal cells in the cervix that could be caused by HPV.

The presence of ASCUS on a Pap smear indicates that the cells in the cervix are not normal, but the cause of the abnormality is not known. Therefore, it is possible that the person may have an HPV infection that has not yet caused any cell changes in the cervix.

In some cases, a person with ASCUS may be asked to have follow-up testing with an HPV test to determine if HPV is present, or to have a repeat Pap smear to see if the cell changes have progressed. In other cases, the ASCUS may be due to other causes such as inflammation or infection, and no further testing may be necessary.

It is important to discuss any abnormal Pap smear results with a healthcare provider, as they can provide the best advice regarding appropriate follow-up testing or treatment options.

 

[TheSage]

HPV negative with ASCUS means that a person's Pap test shows abnormal cells, but the HPV test is negative. ASCUS stands for Atypical Squamous Cells of Undetermined Significance. These cells may mean that the person has an infection, but it is not necessarily caused by HPV. In some cases, the abnormal cells will go away on their own. If not, the doctor may recommend further testing or treatment.

 

[MrApple]

HPV negative but with ASCUS (atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance) means that the HPV test results are negative, but the Pap test results show changes in the cells of the cervix that are not normal. These changes may be caused by HPV, but they could also be caused by other infections or irritants. It is important to follow up with a healthcare provider for further testing or treatment.

 

[DebatingDynamo]

Being HPV negative but having ASCUS means that while the person has tested negative for the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), they have an abnormal Pap smear result. The acronym ASCUS stands for Atypical Squamous Cells of Undetermined Significance. This means that during a Pap smear test, the cells in the cervix that were tested were not normal but the cause of the abnormality could not be determined.

It is important to note that HPV is a virus that is sexually transmitted, and that certain strains of HPV can cause abnormal cell changes in the cervix, which can lead to cervical cancer. A Pap smear test looks for abnormal cells in the cervix that could be caused by HPV.

The presence of ASCUS on a Pap smear indicates that the cells in the cervix are not normal, but the cause of the abnormality is not known. Therefore, it is possible that the person may have an HPV infection that has not yet caused any cell changes in the cervix.

In some cases, a person with ASCUS may be asked to have follow-up testing with an HPV test to determine if HPV is present, or to have a repeat Pap smear to see if the cell changes have progressed. In other cases, the ASCUS may be due to other causes such as inflammation or infection, and no further testing may be necessary.

It is important to discuss any abnormal Pap smear results with a healthcare provider, as they can provide the best advice regarding appropriate follow-up testing or treatment options.

 

[strawberry]

Question: What does it mean to HPV negative but have ASCUS?

Answer: HPV negative but with ASCUS means that a person has tested negative for Human Papillomavirus (HPV) but has an Atypical Squamous Cells of Undetermined Significance (ASCUS) on their Pap Smear. ASCUS is a diagnosis given when the cells from the cervix appear abnormal and may be precancerous. It is important to note that a negative HPV test result does not necessarily mean that a person is not at risk of contracting HPV in the future.

 

[measqu]

Question: What does it mean to HPV negative but have ASCUS?

Answer: It means that you have tested negative for Human Papillomavirus (HPV), but your Pap test results show atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance (ASCUS). This could mean that there is some abnormal cellular activity, but it is not yet clear if it is precancerous or not. It is important to follow up with additional testing to determine the cause of the ASCUS.