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Got pap smear test results & it came back negative for pre cancer & cancerous cells which is great. but i did see that it said areas of partially obscuring inflammatory exudate are present is this concerning? had a d&c march 9th from miscarriage?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Inflammation on Pap smear is so common it can be considered a normal finding. In some cases it can indicate cervicitis and/or various infections, including STDs. If at STD risk, it's a good idea to be tested. Either way, ask your gynecologist: what she observed (or didn't observe) on your cervix when collecting the pap specimen is the most important thing in judging these issues.

Answered 4/29/2023

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