Should i be bleeding after a smear test

It's usually done by a female nurse or doctor. See what the cervix is Your cervix is the opening of your womb from your vagina. Video: how cervical screening is done This video describes the process of cervical screening and how it's done.

Media last reviewed: 8 February Media review due: 8 February Anyone who develops vaginal bleeding that is inconsistent with their usual pattern or notices any bleeding after menopause should contact a doctor. A friable cervix means that the cervix is unusually sensitive and prone to irritation.

Many people have a friable cervix with no other symptoms, and they have often not received a diagnosis. Sometimes, a friable cervix happens because of a disease that irritates the blood vessels in the cervix. Some people experience more intense cramping that is similar to or worse than that during a period. Others may notice that the cramping lasts for 1—2 days after the test. There are typically no other side effects.

However, it is possible to develop an allergic reaction to the supplies that a healthcare professional uses during the test, such as latex gloves or vaginal lubricants. A person who notices itching or burning in the vagina or on the vulva during or after the test should contact a doctor. During a Pap smear, a healthcare professional typically uses a medical tool called a speculum to open the walls of the vagina and make the cervix more accessible.

The speculum can feel cold when it enters the body, and the device may cause pressure or pain when the healthcare professional opens it.

Next, the healthcare professional inserts a swab into the cervix to get a tissue sample. Some people experience some pain or cramping, but the procedure only lasts for a few seconds. If the Pap smear identifies abnormal changes to the cells, a doctor may order another one or recommend a cervical biopsy or a cervical exam called a colposcopy. A person should call their healthcare provider if they have not received their test results within 2 weeks.

My bleeding started at the weekend and I ended up calling because there was so much blood. They advised that my doctor sent me for a ultrasound, so I pushed it with my GP, who was very unhelpful at first. Thankyou for the reply yes Iv been bleeding on and off now for almost a month. I'm booked in for an ultrasound in May but I got told there was mild erosion on my cervix so I'm wanting a second opinion on that which I'm going to push for with my gp.

Did they notice the erosion on the smear test examination? I understand how you feel, I felt the same with my GP as they weren't going to send me for an ultrasound I had to push it. Was your smear test results normal? I honestly didn't feel a thing either with my smear test and they are normally a little uncomfortable for me because I have a tilted womb.

The lady didn't mention seeing anything at my smear. I only found out about my erosion because I went to the gp for suspected uterus proplapse. Have u had any bleeding since u stopped? I'm fuming because all this only started when u had my smear xx. The bleeding has stopped since, only bleeding I've had is after the ultrasound and a normal period. I bet you are, it's really worrying and unsettling. I hope everything comes back normal for you xx. Thankyou, I'm actually thinking of going private for another smear test my anxiety is that bad about it.

When u bled was it a proper bleed or was it light some days and heavy others? Iv literally had 2 days of not bleeding since 31st March. I just know something isn't right at all.

Thanks for listening xxx. I understand you must be worried. A small amount of bleeding or spotting following a Pap smear procedure is quite possible. Although heavier bleeding can be a sign of another issue. To obtain a sample of cells, the doctor scrapes or scratches the thin lining of the cervix. This can cause some bleeding. Bleeding from a cervical scratch, however, is usually minimal and only lasts a few hours.

Following a Pap smear and pelvic exam, blood surges to the cervix and other reproductive organs. As a result, there can be increased bleeding from an irritated spot or scratch.

For patients who are pregnant when receiving a Pap smear, there may be more bleeding than normal following the test. During pregnancy, the cervix naturally develops additional blood vessels which often bleed following a test. The bleeding should stop within a few hours. For patients who take birth control pills or other forms of hormonal contraception, the hormone levels are increased.