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I had a pap smear 2 days ago, and i have cramps that keep me up at night, and i need a heating pad to dull it down so i don't cry. is this okay?

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not normal: It's not normal to have significant cramps after a pelvic exam/Pap smear unless the exam was rather difficult and required a lot of manipulation. You should review this with the healthcare provider who completed the exam to make sure no complications like an infection has developed. Best of luck.

Dr Colegrove agreed

Answered 12/11/2015

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