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Can a std or sti cause a abnormal pap smear ?
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Definitely yes: Abnormal pap smears are usually the result of cervical cells infected with a virus (human papilloma virus) that alters its machinery so it can produce more viruses.
Answered 6/12/2014
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Yes: Abnormal pap smear can indicate anything from infection, inflammation , precancerous situation to cancer. STI cause inflammation and can result in abnormal pap smear .
Answered 9/25/2016
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