Biopsy wait

Hi FK

Sorry to hear that you are waiting so long for the results of a colposcopy and biopsy.

I had my annual mammogram in March and was waiting for about two months for my results. I was given the all clear in about May.

Wishing you the best of luck with your results when you get them.

Best wishes
Jenni53

Hi FK,

Firstly, I'm so sorry to hear about your mum and your first cousin. It must have been so tough to lose them both this way and it's understandable that this would add to your anxiety while waiting for your test results.

I'm responding to your question because I've been in the same position waiting for cervical colposcopy and biopsy results. I would guess you will get them soon. I think mine took 6 weeks to come back.

I know that the wait can feel nerve-wracking. It's one of the reasons (that and the discomfort)
that I put off check ups in the past. Fair play to you for following up with your appointment, for catching those changes so they can be addressed asap and for checking with your hospital about the results. Another person with your family history might totally avoid all of this. You deserve a well done. You are clearly a person with courage so don't be harsh with yourself because that could be affecting your sleep unnecessarily.

On two occasions after biopsies, it was recommended to me that I undergo LLETZ procedures.. I'm guessing this might be the most likely next step for you. I hope it helps to tell you that honestly, it's not worth losing sleep about because it's actually grand. I felt a bit tender afterwards but a couple of days of treats, home comforts and taking it easy sorted me out. The only thing to watch out for is that the local anaeathetic can cause constipation in the weeks to follow. Fore-warned is fore-armed and you can avoid that through diet and over-the-counter meds if you need.

It is important that you rest and relax when you can so your general health and diet stays good. You might also find that talking to someone about your fears and your feelings about your family loss might help. As someone who has lost loved ones to cancer and been through breast cancer treatment myself, I have found it helpful to look at the roots of my anxiety in order to alleviate it and get the sleep I need.

I'm also someone who prefers to be pro-active than wait around. If you're like that too, you might find a release through art, exercise, meditation, breathwork, chatting with a friend, cleaning out a neglected cupboard, having a go at a punchbag or whatever you're into yourself that helps you process your thoughts.

Wishing you all the best with your results.
Mind yourself.
Siobhán

Hi FK,

I seem to be in the same boat as you, had my smear in April (1st one in 7 years) and it came back as HPV positive and abnormal cells, went for my colposcopy 3 weeks ago on Tuesday and the consultant said "oh ya there seems to be something there" and done a biopsy, I'm hating waiting for the results, I wish they'd just come so I k ew either way. Went to my own doctor and he checked the smear results and said it's the bad strain of HPV that was found so that only made me more nervous but said no news is good news.

I know it's more that likely nothing but the wait on the results is a nightmare, just so daunting. I really hope you get yours soon and it's positive news xx