Iranian women's psychological responses to positive HPV test result: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Human papillomavirus testing as an established screenings test allow for the early detection and treatment of cervical cancer. Testing positive for HPV may have adverse consequences for women. This study aimed to explore the psychological impacts of testing positive for HPV on women in a developing country with a distinct cultural and religious background.

Methods

Qualitative face-to-face semi-structured interviews were conducted with 40 Iranian women who received a positive high-risk HPV result. Content analysis approach was used to data analysis through MAXQDA10.

Results

Three main categories were emerged: initial confrontation; STD-related psychological burden; and rebuilding health. Initial reactions to positive HPV results were shock, unrealistic fear,

SUBMITTER: Qaderi K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7995699 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature