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I am scheduled for a pap this month after not having one for several years. i started birth control & my spotting has stopped. if i had cervical cancer, would i still be spotting even on birth control? im low risk but getting tested as recommended

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Birth control: would not stop spotting from cervical cancer. You should proceed with testing as planned, HPV vaccine as well.

Dr Hegab and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/3/2019

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A member asked:

I am scheduled for a pap this month after not having one for several years. i started birth control & my spotting has stopped. if i had cervical cancer, would i still be spotting even on birth control? im low risk but getting tested as recommended

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Dr Hegab and 3 doctors agreed

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