Does Lsil Mean HPV
Low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (LSILs) are caused by infection with human papillomavirus (HPV). If a pap smear reveals an LSIL, further testing to determine proper treatment might be required.
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Definition
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Low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions mean that some of the cells of the surface of the cervix have begun to change as a result of infection with HPV, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Effects
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The presence of LSILs will lead to an abnomal pap smear result. According to the National Cancer Institute, this abnormality is considered to be mild.
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Types
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LSILs are not cancerous or precancerous, according to the National Cancer Institute. High-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions, however, are precancerous cells.
Significance
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As with other abnormal pap smear results, an LSIL might trigger additional testing, including another pap smear, a colposcopy (a specialized type of visual test, according to the Mayo Clinic) or a biopsy, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Considerations
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Because LSILs are defined as being caused by HPV, HPV testing is not required when an LSIL is discovered.
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