If only minor changes show in your cells and a high risk HPV type is not evident, then you are at a lower risk of progressing to a precancerous or cancerous change in your cervix. In this instance, your doctor may recommend a follow up protocol, rather than further treatment. Cervical lesions, caused by HPV can almost always be easily treated. Your doctor will be able to discuss effective treatment options with you.
Remember that cervical cancer is a rare condition.Advances in laboratory testing have led to the prevention of many cases; with procedures such as the HPV test playing a role in reducing the incidence of cervical cancer.