
Is It Normal To Experience Bright Red Bleeding And Major Cramping After A Recent Pap Smear?

Question: Hi, I had a pap on Monday morning. The first in about 4 yrs. I am 36 and a mother of 4. I started bleeding bright red blood last night and woke up this morning with major cramping and bleeding enough to need a pad. Is this normal? Should I be worried?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Bleeding or spotting after pap smear could be normal. Spotting might last up to two days also. But heavy bleeding could be a concern. It could be due to infections / cervical polyps/birth control pills. If the bleeding continues for more than 2 days visit your gynecologist for further evaluation.
Hope my answer helped you. Thanks.
Regards,
Dr. Saisudha
Please see the detailed answer below.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Bleeding or spotting after pap smear could be normal. Spotting might last up to two days also. But heavy bleeding could be a concern. It could be due to infections / cervical polyps/birth control pills. If the bleeding continues for more than 2 days visit your gynecologist for further evaluation.
Hope my answer helped you. Thanks.
Regards,
Dr. Saisudha
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Dr. Saisudha Kotla

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