A 23-year-old female is currently using OCs. She has a sexual partner of 2 years and lifetime partners X2. She was seen for a WWE exam 2 weeks ago without incident. Pap results: ASCUS positive HPV DNA. She asks “How did I get this? Can I still have children? Can I give it to my partner, does he need treatment?”
1. How will you explain her Pap results?
2. How will you answer her questions?
3. What additional data do you need from the patient?
4. What laboratory/diagnostic screening will you obtain/schedule for the patient and why?
5. What is the differential diagnosis for this patient?
6. What education will you provide for the patient?