Dysplasia is considered a premalignant lesion but again it is important to note that dysplasia usually does not progress to invasive cancer of the cervix, but if it does, it usually takes 10 years or more. For the most part, yes. This approach works well for physicians and women favoring non intervention. In that case, earlier biopsies and even treatment for mild cervical irritation may be the best way to minimize the anxiety that an abnormal Pap can evoke. You need to work with your doctor on this.
Pap smears gets to be too emotionally aggravating.
In that case, you may need to speak to your doctor about treating any cervical irritation that can be seen on colposcopic exam after it has been biopsied . Most scientific investigators now believe that HPV either totally causes dysplasia and cervical cancer or it is a necessary cofactor along with some other cause.