Cervical dysplasia

Description Cervical dysplasia ...

Description

Cervical dysplasia is an abnormal change to the cells on the cervix (lower uterus) found usually with a routine Pap smear procedure. It is strongly associated with human papilloma virus (HPV) infection, which is spread through sexual contact. Cervical dysplasia usually causes no symptoms. If left untreated, it can lead to cervical cancer.

Symptoms

Cervical dysplasia usually causes no symptoms.

Tests

Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment

Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed including a pelvic exam and a Pap smear. Further tests include HPV testing, colposcopy or repeat Pap smear may be required.

Tests:
PAP smear

Other Specific Tests: HPV testing, colposcopy

Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Practice

Treatment

Treatment may include colposcopy (cervical sample) to determine how the cells are changing and if further treatment is needed. If you are determined to be low risk, you may only need more frequent screening with Pap smears. If you are determined to be high risk, a LEEP procedure (loop electrosurgical excision procedure), cryotherapy, laser therapy or cone biopsy may be performed to remove the abnormal cells.