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I had a pap smear done 2 days ago and on day 21 of my cycle. is it normal to spot 2 days later or is it my next period?

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Dr. Alan Patterson answered

Your GYN: Should have told you that you can have some spotting after a pap, if it persisit have them recheck you a pap would not normally make your period come earlier and make sure your pap was normal.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 10/24/2012

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A member asked:

I had a pap smear done 2 days ago and on day 21 of my cycle. is it normal to spot 2 days later or is it my next period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Patterson answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

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