Abnormal Pap Smear: Causes, LEEP Complications & Risks

Abnormal Pap smear results can be caused by infections, yeast, or cervical changes unrelated to HPV. Understanding the implications of these results and the complications of procedures like LEEP is vital for women's health.

Common Causes for an Abnormal Pap Smear

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Kristina Chamberlain

Most women know to get regular pap smears, but many don't know what to make of the results when they come back abnormal. Getting back abnormal pap results can create a lot of anxiety around the fear of having cervical cancer. However, abnormal results usually do not indicate cancer.