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Yes, you can have herpes and still have a normal pap smear. Herpes affects pap smears only very rarely -- only if the patient is having an outbreak on the cervix at the time of the test.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 10y agoAn outbreak of herpes on the cervix at the time of the pap smear could cause a pap with inflammation as well as direct diagnosis of herpes. A herpes outbreak elsewhere is not likely to cause an abnormal pap.
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∙ 9y agoA pap smear can detect herpes only if the patient is having an outbreak on the cervix at the time of the test. A pap smear can't tell you that you don't have herpes.
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∙ 10y agoHerpes found on a pap smear is a rare occurrence. It is not likely to be a false positive. Talk with your doctor about appropriate treatment for your particular situation.
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Can a pap smear stop you from conceiving?
A pap smear does not affect your fertility. You are as likely to get pregnant after a pap smear as you are before a pap smear.
Can lubricants affect a pap smear test?
Yes, lubricants can affect a pap smear.
Can vaginal cream affect a PAP smear?
Yes, vaginal cream can affect the pap smear. Avoid using vaginal creams or douche for 24 hours before your pap smear.
Is it easy to get pregnant when you have an abnormal pap smear?
Abnormal pap smear results do not affect your ability to get pregnant.
Do fibroids affect pap smear results?
it is test about cancer made relation but no problem
How many percent that a woman can get pregnant after a pap smear?
Pap smears do not affect fertility. The same chance of pregnancy exists before or after a pap smear.
Can a pap smear change your menstrual date?
i doubt it.. ill see because im gettin one today
Can a pap smear cause a false pregnancy test?
A pap does not affect the accuracy of a pregnancy test.
Is pap normal with ovarian cancer?
A pap smear will not detect ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer won't affect whether a pap smear is normal or abnormal -- it could be either one.
Do obgyn's test for herpes and hpv in prenatal pap?
A pap smear is not used to test for herpes. Whether an HPV test will be run at the time of your pap depends on factors including your age, pap history, and current pap result. Ask your health care provider if it makes sense for you to be tested for HPV at your next pap.
What medications interferes with a accurate pap smear test results?
Vaginal medications may affect accurate pap smear test results. Other medications do not.
Will a pap smear harm the baby if done in early weeks of pregnancy?
A pap smear will not affect the baby at all.
