Painless research, but is it always informative? How to prepare for the study and what tests need to

Every girl has been tested for HPV at least once, since it is included in a comprehensive analysis of sexually transmitted infections. That is, perhaps you didn’t even know it, but you took this test.

I was prescribed such a complex for STIs before cauterization of erosion, since this analysis is mandatory. The analysis came back clean, the erosion was cauterized. A couple of years later she appeared again. They did the cauterization again. But erosion appeared again. Therefore, an STI test was ordered again and HPV was found. I have known about the presence of HPV in my body for more than 6 years, during which time I gave birth to a child, so I know quite a lot about the virus and am ready to share it with you.

HPV is abbreviated as human papilloma virus. This is a rather insidious virus; it can manifest itself by external signs in the form of papillomas, or it may not manifest itself at all until a certain time. There are quite a few types of them, but the most terrible ones are oncogenic.

Therefore, it is necessary to take this analysis at least once a year.

You can rent it out either for a fee or for free.

Determination method:

PCR with real-time detection.

The process of collecting biomaterial is no different, it is absolutely the same. In essence, it is just a gynecological smear that does not cause any discomfort or unpleasant sensations. But when you take the test for a fee, they can also take a smear from your urethra. This is already a little unpleasant, but it only takes a split second.

Preparation .

When I gave anal tests for free, they never told me about any special preparation. But it turns out that it’s small, preparation is needed.

If a scraping is taken from the urethra for research, the material is collected before or no earlier than 2 to 3 hours after urination.

In addition, it is necessary to avoid sexual intercourse several days before taking a smear.

Deadline.

Perhaps in other cities everything happens much faster, but where I live, the results of the free analysis are ready in 10 days.

Paid analysis takes 2-3 days to prepare.

Results .

Since I first learned about the presence of HPV a long time ago, when I received a negative test result in a private clinic, I was very surprised and happy. Since previously the analysis always showed the presence of the virus.

After 3 weeks, I again took the test for the presence of HPV in the complex and again received a positive result. The clinic couldn’t really explain to me how this happened (theoretically, the virus could have slept, but during this period of time the immune system was not weakened to awaken it). Therefore, you should not trust all the results, but you should double-check them.

I also took tests for viral load. It costs less. This test should be done if you already know you have HPV.

Not every gynecologist prescribes a stress test, but it is necessary to monitor how aggressive the virus is.

Unfortunately, it cannot be cured. You can only temporarily “put him to sleep.” Therefore, it is necessary to carefully monitor your health.

It is necessary to take oncocytology. Do liquid-based cytology at least once a year. Of course, do a colcoscopy and other prescribed examinations.

I recommend testing for HPV to all girls, especially those of childbearing age. If you are planning to have children, I highly recommend taking this study. Before pregnancy, I checked the viral load, took a course of medications and gave injections, but the child was born with an external manifestation of HPV.

Bianca

Test to prevent uterine cancer

And now a little on medical topics, namely, I will try to explain what the Smear Test is, how it is done and what the end result is.

This is my 3rd smear test by the time the nurse registered me for the free testing, then the test is done every 3 years. Upon reaching 64 years of age - every 5.

The test detects the presence of cancer cells in a woman’s uterus and its other name is Servical Smear Test , I speak in English because I live in Wales and the National Health System (NHS) does such testing.

So, as soon as the time comes for the first or subsequent examination, the clinic where the patient is registered sends an invitation letter with the words “You are now due for your Servical Screening (smear) test”, this means that you need to call your local nurse practitioner yourself and make an appointment - by phone the reception will give you the reception time, if you need a different time, you can ask again - this is normal.

The letter also comes with a brochure with all the necessary information with explanations and important indicators - it is useful to read it, as it contains important information.

Here I will make a reservation that the test cannot be taken during menstruation.

I specifically asked if there were any cases when a person actually tried to come for a test on the wrong day? The nurse smiled...

How did you prepare for testing?

Firstly, of course, you need to wear clean and comfortable underwear, and most importantly, decent underwear. And keep yourself clean.

The next question is quite intimate - what to do with your hair? To this question, for example, my husband answered as follows: “This is everyone’s personal choice.” The doctor said the same thing. But naturally, in my opinion, it is better to remove the excess, since it is not very pleasant for a person to disassemble unnecessary components.

I always arrive at my appointment in advance to calm down, not be nervous, and so that the receptionist knows that I am there.

I recommend being in the hall 15 minutes earlier.

Photographs are not allowed inside the premises; even cell phones must be turned off.

How does the procedure work?

The test was carried out by a qualified nurse, who usually also has experience in childbirth.

When I was called, the sister took me into the office, asked me to sit down and asked several necessary questions.

It is necessary to know the date of the previous menstruation - this question will be asked.

Also, if a person has not had a sexual life for a long time (it is recommended to ask for a smaller test instrument.)

This will reduce discomfort and allow the doctor to carry out the test more calmly and confidently.

In my case, I can say from experience that each sister has her own established practice.

The test can be stopped at any time - but in reality it’s not that unpleasant.

General feelings.

After I lay down on the special bed, my sister offered to cover herself with a towel as standard (or she did it herself in the previous place.)

Materials are revealed before our eyes in my presence.

Next comes the correct positioning of the legs, to minimize unpleasant sensations, and they will happen one way or another, the medical worker will recommend his steps.

It’s good that the whole procedure takes place in constant communication and trust.

The next step is to carefully insert the expander, in the center of which there is a smear sampling brush.

This step may seem unpleasant, but the sensations are completely painless; on the contrary, the most unpleasant thing is the one that precedes it.

The entire test takes about 2 minutes.

Next, the nurse quickly collects and packages the results and all this is sent to the laboratory.

Results usually come after 2-4 weeks of taking the test, but I was told in reserve that the time frame is from 4 to 6 weeks.

The result comes in hand in writing.

If, God forbid, changes in cell structure are detected, a follow-up study will be scheduled in a year. If it reveals serious problems, a redirect to the hospital will follow.

I recommend the test!