Mary H. asked

👶  Ob Gyn

My pap interpretation was negative for intraepithelial lesion and malignancy, but it also detected endocervical and/or squamous metaplastic cells (endocervical component) and 14 high-risk HPV types, leading to a recommendation for a colposcopy. I am concerned about the possibility of HPV transmission from my ex-partner who started cheating four months ago. Could he have given me these new HPV types, and is it possible to have HPV even with a normal pap? Additionally, what is the significance of having 14 high-risk HPV types, and what is the HPV DNA reflex criteria?

October 6th, 2023

Sharon A. answered

The presence of endocervical and/or squamous metaplastic cells, along with 14 high-risk HPV types, d...

October 6th, 2023

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