Question 1

minor bleeding and discharge after pap smear, is this normal?

Accepted Answer

yes: When doing a pap you scape the cervix which might cause bleeding after the pap.  I alway tell people they might have a little spotting a fter the pap, especially when nothing looks abnormal.

Question 2

how long does brown discharge last after pap smear?

Accepted Answer

Less than 24 hours: The cervix is prone to bleeding after a pap smear.  This blood can make its way out as a brownish discharge.  This should get better and disappear within about 24 hours.

Question 3

is it normal to have a light white discharge after a pap smear?

Accepted Answer

Sounds like: A yeast infection.  Consult your Dr.

Question 4

is it normal to experience discomfort and yellow discharge 3 days after a pap smear? the results came back normal. also three days after ovulation.

Accepted Answer

No: A pap smear is usually a painless procedure with no resulting symptoms. It can be normal to notice an increased amount of discharge during ovulation. However if you are experiencing discomfort you should be examined.

Question 5

i'm female and had small amounts blood in discharge only after intercourse. had pap smear test dr said looks normal to naked eye. is that a good sign?

Accepted Answer

Blood after sex: If your pap was after you had the bleeding than thats good. You need to get the final micro report on the pap. There might be abnormal cells that you can't see with the eye. Might check a pregnancy test too just to cover all the bases...Take a deep breath!  If you keep having bleeding you really need to be checked on a regular basis. An ultrasound of the uterus would be the next test if the papok

Question 6

i had a pap smear on thursday and im just now having a little brownish discharge is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Discharge after pap: Its can be normal to have either brownish or blood discharge after a "good" pap(depends on which end of the pap your on)When delicate tissues are scraped there can be bleeding.  Please call your doctor for your results..many offices are so busy they can let results fall through the crack.  I would just want you to make sure your pap was normal.

Question 7

i had a pap smear 4 days ago. i've had some thick odorless discharge since then. should i be worried??

Accepted Answer

Vaginal discharge: The pap smear (if normal) should have no relationship to your discharge.  Infections from fungi (yeasts) can produce discharges as you describe, but so can some bacterial or parasitic infections.  If this continues, see a healthcare professional for cultures and advice.

Question 8

i have a bloody discharge on a daily basis now i don't understand what it is? it's been a month now, late december i did a pap smear and results came back negetive, please assist, i'm in secunda now and not sure where to go since there's a lockdown

Accepted Answer

Irregular bleeding: is most commonly from hormone issues. Medications, polycystic ovaries, thyroid issues, are potential causes. See your doctor if this continues past the lockdown, or sooner if gets very heavy.

Question 9

what does it mean if i have red discharge i got a pap smear done and everything is normal?

Accepted Answer

What other tests?: Besides a Pap Smear did you have any other tests? The Pap is a screening test for cervical cancer and it is not intended to test other issues that you might be having. If symptoms started after you had your last GYN exam and no other labs besides the Pap go back to your GYN provider for evaluation. I would also suggest to have a pregnancy test if sexually active,

Question 10

i am due for my pap smear (cervical smear) tommorow but i might reschedule because my discharge is heavy?

Accepted Answer

Call your doc: You may need cultures to r/o infection, even with a discharge u can do a thin prep or sure path pap.

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Minor bleeding and discharge after pap smear, is this normal?

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How long does brown discharge last after pap smear?

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Is it normal to have a light white discharge after a pap smear?

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Is it normal to experience discomfort and yellow discharge 3 days after a pap smear? the results came back normal. also three days after ovulation.

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I'm female and had small amounts blood in discharge only after intercourse. had pap smear test dr said looks normal to naked eye. is that a good sign?

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I had a pap smear on thursday and im just now having a little brownish discharge is this normal?

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I had a pap smear 4 days ago. i've had some thick odorless discharge since then. should i be worried??

A member asked:

I have a bloody discharge on a daily basis now i don't understand what it is? it's been a month now, late december i did a pap smear and results came back negetive, please assist, i'm in secunda now and not sure where to go since there's a lockdown

A member asked:

What does it mean if i have red discharge i got a pap smear done and everything is normal?

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I am due for my pap smear (cervical smear) tommorow but i might reschedule because my discharge is heavy?

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