Study: FtMs At Greater Risk of Inconclusive PAP Tests

[Carolyn Marie]

http://www.healio.com/hematology-oncology/gynecologic-cancer/news/online/%7Bbcc0efa2-b8a1-4568-bf30-e087ca177587%7D/female-to-male-transgender-patients-at-higher-risk-for-inconclusive-pap-test

Carolyn Marie

[JJ]

One of the aspects they are not addressing here is DES-which could be a real factor in these findings. I have never had a normal PAP test. Ever. Finally discovered that the reason given eventually on some of the reports is typical of DES exposure. My cells can't be tested. And no matter how often I have the tests done or what I do it is impossible for me to have a PAP test with actual useful results. And I had well over a dozen before I gave up. Even the Drs don't suggest I keep having them anymore in spite of a massive cancer risk from DES exposure..

Given that there is a tie between DES and transgender as well as 42% of those exposed to DES tested showing an intersex mixture in chromosomes I am not surprised at these findings. Especially since DES exposure can cause changes in subsequent generations.

While it may not play a part on all of these results I think it may be a significant factor. It is also possible that being transgender creates chemical imbalances that are not yet researched or fully understood.

The good news is that people are starting to do research at least.

Johnny