This is called dysplasia and can be mild, moderate or severe. Sometimes, mild dysplasia goes away on its own. However, if it does not, it could lead to cancer. Dysplasia has been linked to sexually transmitted diseases caused by viruses. A cone biopsy may be done for extensive dysplasia, in which a cone-shaped slice of the cervix is removed and analyzed.
Treatment is almost always successful.
You will probably need to have PAP smears at least every 6 months thereafter. If your question was not addressed, please click here.