Colposcopy & Abnormal Pap Smears

We now know that the cause of cervical cancer is related to the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). We can test for this with the pap smear. Young women age 9-26 can receive the Gardasil Vaccine and be vaccinated against the virus. They can receive the vaccine even if they have already been exposed. It may help to fight the infection.
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Pap smears that are abnormal need to be followed with colposcopy. Colposcopy is a way to look closely at the cervix through a high-powered microscope. The cervix is scrutinized and biopsies are taken of any suspicious areas. The follow-up plan is based on these biopsy results. Most women will eventually clear the virus from their body. Until then it is important to have good follow up of the abnormal pap smear.

The physicians at Mountain View are experienced colposcopists and will follow up on any abnormal findings according to the best evidence based protocols. The protocols followed are recommended by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). ACOG