What does it mean if I have CIN 1?

CIN 1 is usually caused by infection with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) and is found when a cervical biopsy is done. CIN 1 is not cancer and usually goes away on its own without treatment, but sometimes it can become cancer and spread into nearby tissue.

Does CIN 1 mean I have HPV?

CIN-1 is due to infection with HPV (human papilloma virus). Of every 10 cases of HPV infection, eight will go away without treatment within 12 months. In addition to CIN changes, other minor abnormalities are commonly seen. These often need follow-up but do not necessarily mean that precancerous changes are developing.

Is CIN 1 sexually transmitted?

CIN and cervical cancer are caused by the sexually transmitted Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). The initial infection usually occurs during adolescence, and up to 80% of women are infected with HPV at some point during their lifetime.

What is CIN 1 on a Pap smear?

CIN 1. CIN 1 means one-third of the thickness of the cervical surface layer is affected by abnormal cells. This will often return to normal without any treatment at all. You will have further cervical smear tests or colposcopies to check the cells have improved.

How quickly does CIN1 progress?

Overall, 82.1% of the women with CIN1 regressed within 2 years, while 1.5% progressed to a high-grade lesion within 3 years.

Should I worry about CIN1?

It’s nothing to be ashamed of, and more importantly there is no need to get worried about it. The screening programme has done its job and identified low level abnormal cells and now you will be monitored or treated if required.

How do you get rid of CIN 1?

If your cervical dysplasia is more severe (CIN-1 or CIN-2), your healthcare provider can remove the abnormal cells that may become cancerous or destroy them. These procedures may include: Loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) uses a small, electrically charged wire loop to remove tissue.

What is the treatment for CIN 1?

CIN 1 – it’s unlikely the cells will become cancerous and they may go away on their own; no treatment is needed and you’ll be invited for a cervical screening test in 12 months to check they’ve gone.

Will removing my cervix get rid of HPV?

Unfortunately, once you have been infected with HPV, there is no treatment that can cure it or eliminate the virus from your system. A hysterectomy removes the cervix, which means that the risk of developing cervical cancer because of persistent HPV infection will essentially be eliminated.

Can HPV make you feel unwell?

For most individuals, HPV infection is harmless, has no symptoms, and goes away on its own. Some types of HPV can cause illnesses, such as anogenital warts or different types of cancer.