Cervical abnormalities found on a pap smear test are called cervical dysplasia. Cervical dysplasia is not cancer but rather an indication that abnormal cells are present. Dysplasia can be either mild or severe and the most serious cases can potentially lead to cancer. Mild dysplasia may go away on its own but several treatments are available.
Cryotherapy
Have cryotherapy performed to remove the abnormal cells from the cervix without a large expense. During this procedure a probe is inserted into the body and held against the cervix. This probe releases a low temperature that freezes the cells of the cervix. These cells are damaged by the freezing process and are shed from the cervix once they thaw out. This method is cheap but does have some tendency to fail. Abnormal cells may lie under the ones that were damaged, causing the condition to emerge again. In addition, future cervical diagnosis may be impaired due to this process, which can cause abnormal closing of the cervix when healing.
Laser Treatment
Have laser treatment performed for quicker recovery time and a more efficient result. A carbon dioxide laser is used to destroy the abnormal cells in the cervix. The depth of the laser can be controlled, making it more efficient in killing off abnormal cells that may be buried deep. The cervix will heal faster because the dead cells are immediately removed from the body and do not need to be expelled once unfrozen. Laser treatment requires specific equipment and may be very expensive.
Electrocauterization
Use electrocauterization for the quickest and most reliable of treatment methods. Electrocauterization, also known as loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP), uses a small wire loop to pass an electrical current through the cervix to destroy the abnormal cells. This method can be done in 10 to 30 minutes and can be used at the same time as diagnosis.
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