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So i just want to confirm. it is possible to have an abnormal pap during pregnancy due to hormonal changes and not the hpv virus?
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Yes: Typically a pathologist will look at a cell's nuclear to cytoplasmic ratio to determine if cells are abnormal or not. In pregnancy, your cervix will shed basal cells, which can be frequently confused for cells with high N/C ratios. It is normal when pregnant. But in some instances it does require further workup and closer monitoring.
Answered 7/16/2015
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