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The treatment options for precancerous cells include cryotherapy, laser therapy, diathermy or cold coagulation. Other treatment options may include cone biopsy or cold coagulation.
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A colposcope is a specialized instrument used to visualize the vagina and cervix, to diagnose abnormalities, or to test for the presence of precancerous or cancerous cells
The procedure is done by placing a small freeze-probe (cryoprobe) against the cervix that cools the cervix to sub-zero temperatures. The cells destroyed by freezing are shed afterwards.
Pap smears check to see if you need further testing to detect cancer of the cervix or precancerous changes on the cervix.
A pap smear is normally used to check for cervical cancer or precancerous changes on the cervix. A sample of cells is taken from the uterine cervix, the end of the uterus, that protrudes into the vagina.
A pap smear is a simple test performed by your gynecologist to test for any cervical changes. It tests for cancer and other malignancies. A pap smear is given by gently swabbing the cervical area. This removes cells from the surface of the cervix that can be analyzed by your doctor or gynecologist to test for any problems.
Cervical cancer usually develops slowly over time, which means that before cancer appears in the cervix, the cells of the cervix go through changes known as dysplasia (precancerous changes). During dysplasia, cells that are not normal begin to appear in the cervical tissue. Later, cancer cells start to grow and spread more deeply into the cervix and to surrounding areas.
In our area, women without medical insurance may be eligible for low cost treatment of precancerous cells of the cervix through the state's cancer services program, at the local family planning center, or at the federally qualified health center.
Cervical cancer is sometimes known by other names or terms, and these may include: Cervix Cancer: This is a straightforward term referring to cancer that originates in the cervix. Uterine Cervix Cancer: Specifies that the cancer occurs in the cervix of the uterus. Invasive Cervical Cancer: Refers to cancer that has invaded beyond the surface layer of the cervix. Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Cervix: Describes the specific type of cervical cancer that originates in the squamous epithelial cells lining the cervix. Adenocarcinoma of the Cervix: Refers to cervical cancer that originates in the glandular cells of the cervix. Cervical Carcinoma: A more formal term for cancer of the cervix. Malignant Neoplasm of the Cervix: A medical term indicating a cancerous growth in the cervix. Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN): Refers to precancerous changes in the cervix that may progress to cervical cancer if left untreated.
A pap smear is used to detect cervical cancer or precancerous changes on the cervix. Early detection allows easier treatment before problems are more serious.
ASCUS is not a disease; ASCUS is a pap smear result. It means that the cells on the cervix did not appear entirely normal, but they also did not appear to be precancerous cells. Depending on factors like age, history, and other test results, your health care provider will recommend a course of retesting or additional testing.