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I had a pap 3 days ago the dr. said as soon as she touched my cervix i started to bleed. i have been spotting since.this has never happened b4. cause?
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Do not worry: You have friable cervix , may be due to infection or some cell changes. You dotor has taken sample from the cervix to test for infection as well as any dysplasia, just wait or the result at this time.Your doctor will notify you of any findings.
Answered 11/30/2016
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Pap smear : A friable (easily bleeding cervix) can happen from birth control (shots or pills), infection, dysplasia or cancer.
Answered 9/28/2016
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