A normal colposcopy result means a person has no cervical cancer cells, including precancerous ones. Abnormal results may indicate a person has cancerous or precancerous cells in their cervix.

The need for a colposcopy depends on factors such as the type of human papillomavirus (HPV) detected, your age, and the presence of atypical cervical cells. HPV infections can sometimes cause changes ...

A colposcopy is a procedure to examine your cervix (neck of the womb). A colposcopy is usually recommended if a cervical screening test, or smear test, has shown there is a problem with the cells in ...

A colposcopy is a procedure a doctor may request to check for cervical cancer. It can cause mild discomfort, soreness, cramping, or bleeding. However, it does not often cause long lasting or severe ...