,Borderline Changes

Hi Julie,

I had one of those donkey's years ago, and I don't recall it hurting at all.  Extremely embarrassing though, only cos the doctor who did it was the most gorgeous looking man I'd seen in a long time, with the bluest of eyes, and I sorely wished we were meeting under different circumstances!

I had a hysterectomy for an unrelated condition two years ago, and I do it again tomorrow for peace of mind!

Marsha x

Hi Julie.

I had borderline cell changes on a smear when I was 18.  This was back when they used to do them when you began being sexually active and I had also had my first child when I was 17.  I then had a follow up smear 6 months later which was fine so I had one every year for 5 years, which again were all clear.  I have never had any further problems with my cervix and unfortunatley went on to get breast cancer so totally unrelated!!  I read somewhere recently that borderline changes are common in younger women as the body changes and develops but it can also happen if you have picked up an infection such as the HPV virus...but as you very rightly said does not mean cancer.  These are the very earliest changes that can occur in the cervix and alot of the time go back to normal on their own and may never become cancer. Obviously its not advisable to do nothing so they will want to keep an eye on you but try not to worry...easier said than done.  I havent personally had a colposcopy but do know people who have and they have said it is a little more uncomfortable than a smear, mostly after the procedure when you can expect period type pain but other than that its not too bad. Good luck with it all, stay strong xx

Hi Julie, big hugs to you hun,

not had anything done of that nature, but friend did have cells found which were boarder line and was treated for it.  Said it was more embarressment than anything else.  Fingers crossed for you hun, try to wait till they have seen to you do not jump the gun on what you are thinking. love and hugs to you Jan xx

Hi Pos

I had one about 11 years ago. Not painful, just a little uncomfortable and as Marsha says a touch embarrassing. On a par with a smear and we all get through those. I remember being told to be careful of lifting and carrying for around a week after but things may have changed since then. The only outcome of mine was to have yearly smears for 10 years so try not to worry too much.

Big hugs

Max xxx

Pos, I had abnormal cells reported in a smear test about 8 years ago, had a procedure (which I can't remember the name of!) and then smear tests annually for 3 years and had the all clear about 2 years ago.  I asked if this was related to my current diagnosis and they have ruled out any association at all.  Not sure if this offers any re-assurance but hope this helps the worrying!  Love and hugs  Jacqui x