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Is the stage of a pap smear that is considered a normal test result?
The speculum (plastic or metal) is placed into the vagina to hold the walls of the vagina apart. The speculum goes under and over the cervix; this is the most uncomfortable you might feel. This lets the doctor visualize (see) the cervix. Then, the doctor brushes the cervix to obtain cells. This used to be called scraping. This is and should be painless. The nurse holds the glass media on which the doctor rubs the brush to transfer your cells to the media. The nurse labels this and sends it to the lab. The doctor removes the speculum and finishes the pelvic exam.
Does the NuvaRing need to be removed for a pap smear?
No, it does not need to be removed for a Pap smear. The annual gyn exam and testing can be done with the Nuva Ring in place. Not that I know of. I have had a pap smear done with it in. It may just be the practitioner's preference. If so, then she/he can probably remove and place it back immediately after the exam. But I would leave it in and inform my practitioner.
Should a pap smear be done if you are pregnant?
Yes, when I was pregnant i had a pap smear done just to make sure everything is ok, there is no worry......
When is pap smear to be done?
every two years
When was the first pap smear done in Australia?
1940
Does it weaken the cervix when you have a pap smear done every year?
No it does not.
Can you get pageant after you done pap smear?
A pap smear is a screening test for cervical cancer. It doesn't make it easier or harder to get pregnant.
What is a pap smear urine test used for?
There is no "pap smear urine test." A urine test may be done at the time of the pap smear to detect other conditions. Talk with your heatlh care provider to find out what tests were done during your exam.
If you done pap smear before can you get pregnancy?
A pap smear is a screening test for cervical cancer. It doesn't make it harder or easier for you to get pregnant.
Can your water break while getting a pap smear done?
Sure, it's possible for your water to break during a pap smear. There is nothing about the pap smear process that would cause your water to break.
How can you make a pap smear less painful?
Hello, Easyiest way to make a smear test less painfull is by relaxing whilst haveing it done, no one likes them done, but just put your mind off whats been done and it wiill be over and done with quicker. jen
What would cause a plastic speculum inserted by dr to cause pinching and bleeding?
Speculums are -never- very nice unfortunately! Assuming there were no health problems to cause the bleeding, there are 2 main reasons it could make you sore: 1) Maybe the doctor didn't use enough lube, or the speculum had a jagged edge, or the hinge caught a bit of you. Sometimes they pinch skin around the outside a bit too -- you can always ask a doctor to readjust (or use a smaller speculum) if you are experiencing pain. 2) If you are nervous or uptight when the speculum is opened, then your internal muscles can clamp down quite hard against the plastic or metal of the speculum. The clamping down can cause a bit of bruising or cramping to the muscles themselves and surrounding tissue. It can be very hard to relax in the stirrups (particularly if that dang thing is cold!) but it's important to try so that you don't get overly sore. Also keep in mind, if the doctor did a PAP smear or took samples it tends to feel like being pinched and spotting afterwards is common. A bit of cramping afterwards is also common, especially if something more than just an examination was done (like inserting an IUD or doing a colposcopy). If you are worried, call your doctor's office and talk to a nurse or ask for a quick check to ensure everything is okay -- it is their job to ensure that you are healthy!
