Can be anything from an std, Cervical cancer or merely you could have had torn tissue from "earlier activities" ... No need to freak, but usually a doctor will then conduct a colposcopy to examine the tissue and find out why the cells were abnormal
Abnormal growth.
You can have abnormal cells in the vaginal cuff, even if you don't have a cervix.
Dysplasia is the abnormal growth of the epithelial cells. This is what a Pap smear will detect in the cervix.
yes, because the cervix cells are sensitive to the rays
A intraepithelial lesion is a medical term used to describe abnormal growth of the epithelial cells. These are located on the surface of the cervix and this condition can lead to cervical cancer.
In your reproductive organs, cervix and vagina.
Pap smears check to see if you need further testing to detect cancer of the cervix or precancerous changes on the cervix.
The medical term for abnormal growth of tissue in the neck of the uterus is "cervical dysplasia." It is often detected through Pap smears and can be a precursor to cervical cancer. Treatment may involve monitoring, removal of abnormal cells, or other interventions depending on the severity.
When you are told you have abnormal cervical cells, it typically means that changes have been detected in the cells of your cervix, often identified through a Pap smear. These changes can range from mild to severe and may indicate the presence of precancerous conditions or an increased risk of cervical cancer. Further evaluation, such as a colposcopy or biopsy, may be recommended to determine the cause and appropriate treatment options. It's important to follow up with your healthcare provider for guidance and management.
You can get pregnant with an "abnormal" pap.It would possibly be in your best interrest to have a follow up test first and possibly removal of the few cells that causes the test to be "abnormal".The Pap smear test detects changes in the cervix, which may become cancer. However, having an abnormal Pap smear test result does not necessarily mean you have or will get cervical cancer. This is especially true for women who follow their doctor's recommendations for when to have the Pap smear test.A thin layer of tissue, composed of cells, covers the cervix. As cervical cells develop, the cells on the bottom layer move to the surface of the cervix. Sometimes, during cellular development, cervical cells may become damaged or abnormal. When this occurs, these cells develop in an abnormal way and sometimes require removal to prevent cervical cancer from developing.
Typically Pap smears are done to check for abnormal cells on the cervix. Vaginal and anal Pap smears can also be done.
The abnormal development or growth of cells is called tumor or neoplasm, which can be benign or malignant. In the case of cancer, the cells divide uncontrollably and can invade surrounding tissues.