In 2019, Lucinda went to her local GP for her routine Cervical Screening Test – her first in Australia since having recently moved from Ireland.
When her test came back as abnormal, Lucinda was advised to come back in 12 months to have another Cervical Screening Test. The follow-up test again came back abnormal, and Lucinda was referred to have a colposcopy.
As a midwife, Lucinda was familiar with the procedure, but this didn’t stop her feeling worried that she needed to have one.
“When I was told that I needed to have a colposcopy I was a bit scared, but I knew that it was an important thing that I needed to do for my health,” she said.
Lucinda said being informed about the procedure helped to prepare her and she encourages anyone going in for a colposcopy to write down their questions and bring them to their appointment so that they can feel comfortable and informed.
“It’s really important you ask any questions that you might have and feel comfortable with what’s happening. If you’re someone that just wants to go in and get it done, let them know that so that it’s individualised to what your comfort levels are.”
Hear more about Lucinda’s colposcopy experience in the video above.
If you have been referred to have a colposcopy, you can get more information on the procedure by accessing our information here.
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