Patient's question:
A few months ago, I had a cervical polypectomy done at a private hospital. I showed the post-surgery photos to a public hospital, and they said they wanted me to get a cervical cancer screening? Is that true? Are they just trying to make money off the tests? I said, "Isn't this cervical erosion?" They said they didn't know the composition and asked me to do a lab test, questioning if I had cancer?Doctor's answer:
Cervical polyps are generally a precursor to cervical cancer, and if left untreated, they can lead to cervical cancer. However, based on the current image, there are no definitive diagnostic results shown. If it was originally just a cervical polyp, then the image actually reflects mild congestion and discharge in the cervix, which should not be a concern related to cervical cancer. If the image is not clear enough, it is recommended to have a re-examination at another hospital for further confirmation.