Just had a really bad colposcopy... Afraid its cervical cancer, Should we TTC before it gets worse.

angelallyse

We have a 3 year old son, We planned on having more children in a year or two.

I just got my 3rd colposcopy done today because the cells keep getting worse and worse. I have HPV. The cells started off barely there and now it has quadrupled in the past year.
I have a huge gut feeling that I'm going to be told its cervical cancer and that I might need to get a hysterectomy or other treatment that will make me not able to concieve.
I know I have other options but I really want to be able to carry another chlid.

I was wondering if anyone else went through this, We are thinking about trying to concieve before the cells get worse but don't know how dangerous that is yet or if its even possible.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Pumpkin_Princess

I've never been through this, but I wanted to send T&P your way. My sister had abnormal cells, so I know how scary it can be. I hope that it turns out to be benign.

Kimmypatti

I have had many bad paps and a leep procedure. They might just suggest a leep and then you will be good to go. Just try to relax and wait to hear from the dr.  I promise it will be ok

sophie206

I'm sorry about your bad news =( Just wanted to share that a friend of mine had HPV that led to cervical cancer. She had part of her cervix removed and then went on to have a healthy pregnancy several months later (and has remained cancer-free). I would definitely speak with your doctor about your family plans now. And it's good that you are being proactive in monitoring.  Good luck!

briide2be2008

GhostMonkey:

I wouldn't even consider it. It's something you need to discuss with your doctor and your husband. Pregnancy would limit your treatment options. Would you really want to leave your husband with two kids to raise alone, or be there to raise the child you have?

this exactly. my t&p are with you op!

angelallyse

Thankyou that does feel reassureing... I hate the waiting game we feel like were in a whirlwind of news and trying to consider all possibilities at this point very fast not knowing what all the options are just yet, just kinda freaked out we never thought this would ever be an issue everything has gone perfectly for us with my first child no complications or problems what so ever.

I appreciate you ladies helping calm my nerves

tinydove

Wow, I'm like your neighbor. Seriously. Like 20 mins away. If you're in DB Hgts like your icon says (which is specific BTW and I would recommend removing because of creepers on the internet). Downriver here. Aside from that...

I would highly recommend talking to your doctor. Now is probably not the time to jump into trying to get pregnant---but only your doctor can help you make that decision. Usually by the third colposcopy, they will recommend a different procedure. I have had two colposcopies, and I will be going in for a LEEP at the end of this month. If you're not familiar with it, you should google it. Your doctor may recommend the same for you. I am trying to avoid until this procedure is done (can't do anything for about 3-4 weeks after anyways as far as sex goes anyway, so avoiding for about a month and a half). A LEEP is supposed to remove the cells, and many times that takes care of the issue, though there is a possibility they can come back later on. It is a preventative measure for cervical cancer, and no, the doctor did not tell me I have it, but I do have cells that could develop into it.

The way my doctor put it to me was that if I were to be pregnant at this point, I would need several colposcopies during the pregnancy, which would be even more unpleasant than usual with the pressure of a baby. So it seems the better option was to go with the LEEP. HTH

ETA: Wording was confusing.

 

 

mrskitton

GhostMonkey:

I wouldn't even consider it. It's something you need to discuss with your doctor and your husband. Pregnancy would limit your treatment options. Would you really want to leave your husband with two kids to raise alone, or be there to raise the child you have?

This.  Exactly.  My RE wouldn't even pursue IVF with me until I got the clear from my oncologist (I had appendix cancer 2 years prior).  I wouldn't risk my life just to have another child......be grateful for the one you have right now.

blush64

I am sorry to hear about this difficult time, I have not gone through that but I wanted to send best wishes and prayers.

MrsShackleford

I had a leep and it caused no issues when I was pg/labor with DD. 

It's hard not to be scared and not worry.

As hard as it is, I would talk to your doc before TTC. 

Best of luck to you.

 

synchrosally

This is something that really should be discussed with your doctor. My friend had abnormal cells and in discussion with her doctor, they decided to have one more child before undergoing treatment that would make pregnancy impossible. I think it depends on the stage and a doctor is the only one who can help you make this decision. I'm sorry you have to go through this.

mndyhywrd

So sorry you have to go through this. I don't have any first-hand experience, though I have had 2 friends who were diagnosed with HPV who went on to have a child. One didn't end up needing any further treatment pp, the other had to have a hysterectomy pp. Definitely discuss anything you're considering with your doc.

Good luck to you. 

HungryRunner76

GhostMonkey:

I wouldn't even consider it. It's something you need to discuss with your doctor and your husband. Pregnancy would limit your treatment options. Would you really want to leave your husband with two kids to raise alone, or be there to raise the child you have?

All of this. 

OP, I'm sorry you're having to go through this, but it's important to take proper care of yourself first before bringing another life into the mix for everyone's sake.  My T&P's are with you.  Until the doctor gives you bad news, I wouldn't necessarily dx yourself yet with cancer.  Stay positive.

kelle017

I had an abnormal pap a few years ago, had a colposcopy and it was positive for hpv.  The last 2 paps I've had have been normal. 

I wouldn't try to get pregnant right now.  I'd wait until you find some answers. I know it's tough, but it's the best thing.  

BethK22

I totally understand how you feel, I went through the same thing a few years ago and I was terrified! It was before I was married and I remember crying and crying thinking that I would never be able to have kids. My colposcopy found that I had level 3 dysplasia which is stage 0 cervical cancer (the cells were there but it wasn?t invasive yet). I had a LEEP procedure which was nowhere near as bad as I had imagined (didn?t help that my OB/GYN described it as taking a cheese slicer to my cervix) and followed up with a PAP every 3 months for the first year, twice a year the year after, and then back to once a year. They?ve all been clear since.

If you need someone to talk to about the whole process feel free to PM me. The not knowing is incredibly scary and I am sending my thoughts and prayers your way!

 

Beaglechon2012

Just wanted to say you're in my thoughts and prayers. I think you've got some good advice here from PPs.