The Pap smear is a dreaded appointment for many but, thanks to this handy screening tool, cervical cancer rates and complications from HPV have seen a decline. Increased screening has led to earlier detection of cervical cell changes and with it, led to earlier treatment. Today, Pap smears are incorporated into regular screening for individuals […]
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If you have previously had an abnormal Pap or tested positive for the human papillomaviruses (HPV), your doctor might have recommended a procedure to help clear the abnormal cells. Several conventional interventions are available to address HPV and cervical changes. These procedures aim to remove abnormal tissue and cells in order to prevent progression into
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Scheduling a colposcopy exam can come with a flood of anxieties – will it be uncomfortable? What if you receive an abnormal Pap? What comes next? If you’re feeling these concerns, you are not alone. We are here to equip you with a few ways to prepare your body, mind, and cervix for your next
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The regular Pap test can be a dread for many women. The situation is uncomfortable, and the fear of an abnormal result can be anxiety-provoking. What’s more, the results of a Pap smear can often be confusing. Here, we have provided a breakdown to help you better understand your Pap results and how we can
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Many of you have expressed interest in the results of Dr. Judith A. Smith’s HPV study on the use of AHCC® in people with HPV. Her previous studies showed positive findings, suggesting that AHCC® may help eradicate HPV in individuals with persistent high-risk infections. We are excited to learn that a further clinical trial confirms
If you are reading this, you may have recently been referred by your doctor to get a colposcopy. Colposcopies are rarely talked about so can evoke some distress and confusion for patients upon referral. Here we hope to provide some details about the procedure, what to expect, and why it’s a great step to help
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Why Get A Pap Smear? Routine checkups testing for HPV with your healthcare provider is your saving grace. Prevention is key in cervical cancer. Cervical cancer is a slow-growing cancer that can take years to proliferate to actual cancer. Starting with abnormal cells, CIN I, II, and III, ASC-US, LSIL, HSIL, and eventually, squamous cell
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Cervical cancer is the fourth most frequently diagnosed cancer in women, as stated by the World Health Organization to account for 6.6% of cancers in women. Cervical cancer has a very good prognosis if it is caught early. The best treatment in the case of cervical cancer is prevention. Prevention, routine screening, early diagnosis, and
