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pap test
Can u still get a pap test done while your on your period?
Why I'm asking is because the last time I went to see my doctor her made an appointment for me to get a pap test done in 6weeks from that day and later u noticed that it was around the day I'm suppose to get my period and now my period was a day early and my next one is suppose to come the same day as my appointment and I'm not sure off I should cancel
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hello,
The best time to be tested by PAP is 10 to 20 days after the first day of your period. Menstruation does not cause abnormal Pap smear results; but, menstrual blood could cause false-normal test results because it may make abnormal cervical cells difficult to see. Hence you should get it done after periods.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
The best time to be tested by PAP is 10 to 20 days after the first day of your period. Menstruation does not cause abnormal Pap smear results; but, menstrual blood could cause false-normal test results because it may make abnormal cervical cells difficult to see. Hence you should get it done after periods.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
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