You’ve been diagnosed with cervical dysplasia, and you’re not exactly sure what that means. How does this effect your risk of developing cervical cancer? What treatment options are available to you? It is natural to feel afraid after being diagnosed with cervical dysplasia. Luckily, your urge to receive a paps smear has paid off before your dysplasia could develop into something more serious. Treatment for cervical dysplasia is typically extremely successful. What happens next?
Diagnosis
You’ve already completed step one, and you have been diagnosed with cervical dysplasia. This means that there is abnormal growth of your cervix. Next, your doctor will need to determine whether or not your dysplasia is high-grade or low-grade. These “grades” refer to the average human body’s ability to recognize the cellular abnormalities in the infected cells. Often, this step may determine the treatment that your doctor suggests.
Surgeries
There are several surgical options available to remove infected tissue. Though they are technically called surgeries, these treatments are typically completed without anesthesia, with little to no pain, and are over in less than an hour. Cryosurgery freezes the infected the tissue and removes it. Laser surgery removes the tissue with a laser. Electrocauterization uses heat to destroy infected cells. Regardless of the method removal, removal of infected tissue often helps your body fight the remaining virus more effectively.
Natural Methods
More natural methods include topical ointments made from blood root and zinc chloride. These usually help your body recognize abnormalities and assists your immune system in destroying the virus naturally. In addition, your doctor may suggest adding supplements that boost your immune system. Foods rich in vitamin C and zinc can help your body take on viruses and support healthy cellular function.
No matter how your receive treatment for cervical dysplasia, it is important to adapt healthy habits to support your immune system as you heal. Once the infection is gone, continue routine paps smears to monitor the health of your cervix.