A member asked:

I got a pap smear done this past tuesday and i'm still bleeding. only when i wipe is when i see the blood. not much on the pad at all. infection?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

No: The Pap brush/spatula can trigger some bleeding from the cervix, sound like it is light, it typically subsides and resolves on its own. However, if ti continues for more than a week, report it to your provider and follow their advice.

Answered 2/28/2017

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