I'm another new one

LULU · New User Joined: 05 Apr 2008 Posts: 1

Hello all. I am very glad to have found this forum where people can speak freely.

I am a lucky one so far and have just been diagnosed with pre-cancerous lesions on my cervix. I had an abnormal pap smear about 5 years ago but was afraid to go back and have it checked. I finally went back to my doctor last year and had a normal pap smear, so thought all was well. This year however, another abnormal test. I did go back in this time and they did the HPV-DNA test confirming the high-risk HPV. Went back a third time for the colposcopy and biopsy. Just got the results of that this past Tuesday that it is pre-cancer. I spoke with my doctor on Wednesday and he said it is mild and recommended waiting and rechecking in 6 months. Or he said I could come in and have a laser procedure.

Now I'm a little wigged out about leaving precancerous cells sitting there on my cervix. I understand this is a slow growing cancer, and sometimes immune systems can clear it, but I am a 41 year old who is not in the best of health on a good day. I have never eaten well, used to drink about 4 sodas a day (stopped that cold turkey 19 days ago), and I don't exercise. It has also been suggested by my general doctor (not my gyno) that I may have an autoimmune disorder.

Does anyone know if there is a correlation between autoimmune disorders and low immunity? I am wondering if the autoimmune thing has somehow triggered this virus? And if my immune system is already compromised I'm thinking waiting 6 months might not be such a good idea since I probably wouldn't be able to fight these pre-cancerous lesions. If I was a strong healthy 20 year old who ate right and exercised and had a non-stressful job and life I could see how you would want to wait and see. But me? I'm old, and unhealthy and highly stressed. lol

I believe I was infected probably 20 years ago. I've been married for 17 years and have two great kids - 13 and 10. So this was a total unexpected shock. Truthfully I didn't even know what the pap test was checking for...certainly never heard of HPV.

So that's where I'm at. Not quite sure what to do at this point. Wait and see or go have the laser treatment and then wait and see some more. I have an unsupportive family (my mom and sister) - haven't even told my mom yet, but my sister blamed me. That was very hard to take. I wanted her to get her daughters (18 & 16) vaccinated because I knew they weren't going to do it. My 13 yo daughter was in the doctor's office the very next day after my biopsy starting her vaccination.

Would love to hear from anyone else in a similar situation, or anyone else who had what I did and it progressed. I'm just wondering what else to be expecting here on out.

Thanks!
LULU

In · Posted: Sun Apr 06, 2008 2:10 am Post subject: Re: I'm another new one

LULU,

Hi, I'm sorry about your worry and concern with the pre-cancerous cells. It's sad you haven't got the support you need- but maybe you can find that in your aughter, she is at the age where she can be there for app, and such- or just be in the car for travel. Sometimes even a silent understanding is what we need.

It's my opinion, and my alone. I think you should have the laser. It will laser off all the abnormal cells, and gives you a clear margin. It doesn't hurt and is very quick. (most times knocked out). This way you KNOW you have it gone, and can just keep your regular check ups.
By lasering, it will not change anything with you physically, you will not feel anything different after the slight soreness eases.

Anyway thats my 2 bits . Wink

I surpose as one who has gone through and still is... Better safe then sorry. And better to know then wait and stress. Especially if not the fitest and healthyest person. (even those suffer)

Let us know how things go... HAve a look at "My story". it's on my signature linc.
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Sharon727 · Regular Joined: 23 Jun 2008 Posts: 27

I read that you had your daughter vaccinated and was wondering what your doctor's thoughts about this were? I have a 14 yr old daughter who will absolutely NOT be getting these shots regardless of what I have been through! My gyne has two daughters aged 13 and 10 and her daughters will not be getting the shot either. My PCP has 6 children (4 girls) and he is not on board with this. There is simply not enough research to support whether it even works and two children have died as a result of reactions to the vaccine...that is two too many as far as I am concerned. The people who lobbied hardest for approval of this drug were actually representatives of the drug company that produces it. There are people making alot of money off of our fear right now, with no concrete evidence that this vaccine will actually prevent anything. By their own admission, it "MAY" work! And what else "MAY" it do to our children? I have personal experience with an experimental drug. I was on a pill called Tambocor for a heart arythmia known SVT. I took this drug for two years until it was pulled from the market as thousands of people were falling over dead. It affected the heart in a way that caused sudden death. I was lucky! It's scary!! They will have to follow these girls for 10, 20 years or more to know if this substance they put in these kids actually did any good! I say no thanks! Anyone else have an opinion on this??

tdovga · Regular Joined: 10 May 2008 Posts: 18 Location: Toronto

Hi Lulu,

It's not a good news
my opinion - don't wait till it's to late. Get the laser procedure. I think given your condition it's the best choice for you.

tdovga
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