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Kim had a knife cone biopsy in 2008 to remove three areas of abnormal cells; CIN2, CIN3 and CGIN. Her recent colposcopy examination showed no abnormal cells.
Kim works in IT. She is married with no children. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
In 2006, Laura was referred for colposcopy and had Lletz treatment. In 2007 she had a cone biopsy for CIN3. In 2008, she had a hysterectomy.
Laura is a Lunchtime Supervisor, married with 4 children aged 19, 15, 13 and 7. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
Paula had CIN3 and high grade CGIN in 2007. Lletz treatment and a cone biopsy successfully removed the abnormal cells. Her colposcopy results in April 2008 were normal.
Paula is an Office Manager. She is divorced with 2 children aged 8 and 6. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
Christine had cervical screening in 2007 using liquid-based cytology. She has always had normal test results.
Christine is a Receptionist ‘ General Practice. She is married with 2 adult children. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
Cathy had an abnormal smear test result in 2007 and she was asked to return for a repeat smear six months later which was normal.
Cathy is an Administrator, married with 2 children, aged 16 and 14. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
Tina had cervical screening in 2006 using liquid based cytology. She experienced no discomfort and did not have to return for a repeat smear, so she feels liquid based cytology was a more successful method.
Tina is a NHS Practice Manager. She is married with 2 children, aged 16 and 13. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.
Abnormal smears in 1995. Referred to colposcopy clinic. Abnormal cervical cells diagnosed. Treatment given; Diathermy loop excision (in-patient). Abnormal smear in 2001. Referred to colposcopy clinic. Diagnosed with abnormal cervical cells (CIN2/3) Treatment given; diathermy loop excision (out-patient).
Care Assistant, cohabiting, 1 child, 3 step-children.
Abnormal smear 2000. Referred to colposcopy clinic 2001. No abnormal cervical cells found. No treatment needed.
Professional; single, no children.
Abnormal smear in 1998. Referred to colposcopy clinic. No treatment needed. Abnormal smears 1998-2001. Referred to colposcopy clinic. No treatment needed.
Home Care Assistant; widow, 2 children.
Abnormal smear in 1998. Repeat 6 month smear normal. Abnormal smear in 2000. Referred to colposcopy clinic. No treatment needed.
Jeweller; married, 1 child.
