How can I be PAP negative and HPV positive?

Answer by  naturalmom (211)

The negative result of your PAP is more than likely because you do not have any abnormal cells that are evident at that time. HPV is a virus and is not always active and causing dysplasia even though it is still present in your system and can cause the growth of abnormal cells at any time depending on the strain.

Answer by  Rose (6804)

HPV could be very new in your system as a result it could not have done damage to your cervix to cause a positive result with the HPV. Consult with your doctor for treatment options.

Answer by  tamarawilhite (17883)

Yes. HPV is a positive test for the HPV virus. It can take years for the HPV virus to cause cervical changes that show up on a PAP test.

Answer by  Vllad45 (1886)

PAP tests are not always 100 percent correct, and HPV sometimes takes a little time to start showing up on these tests.