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Red hairline streaks in a cervical mucus that lasts for more than a week after period ends. is this sign of cervical cancer or infection?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Cervicitis: Without an examination there is no way to tell what this is and you should be seen by a gynecologist and evaluated. Good luck.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/7/2013

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A member asked:

Red hairline streaks in a cervical mucus that lasts for more than a week after period ends. is this sign of cervical cancer or infection?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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