Is it normal to have bleeding after a pelvic exam?

However, bleeding usually happens due to the cervix being irritated by the test, rather than an indicator that something is wrong. A small amount of blood (also known as spotting), is normal. It’s quite common and it can happen for many reasons, which we talk through in the rest of this blog..

Is bleeding after a smear test normal?

You may have some spotting or light bleeding after your cervical screening test. This is very common and should go away after a few hours.

Is it normal to have pelvic pain after a Pap smear?

It’s totally normal for women to experience a little bit of discomfort following a pelvic exam, especially if it’s their first one. It’s also common for women after a pap test to have mild cramping and/or light bleeding for a couple of days after a pap test (smear).

Will Pap smear damage hymen?

Your doctor will explain what will happen during your exam. It’s not a comfortable exam, but if it’s done gently, with a small speculum (which is inserted into the vagina to open it for the pap smear), then it won’t tear your hymen.

Can a speculum cause bleeding?

Bleeding from the cervix—Pregnancy hormones can cause the cells on the cervix to be sensitive to touch and movement, which can result in spotting. This is a common cause of light spotting in pregnancy and can occur when the cervix is touched during sex, a speculum exam, pelvic exam or from a pap smear.

Why did I bleed after a Pap smear?

Many people who have a Pap smear notice light bleeding, or spotting, for a couple of days after the test. In most cases, this is not a cause for concern, and it usually goes away without intervention. This symptom may occur because the Pap smear can irritate the blood vessels of the cervix, which causes light bleeding.

How long do you bleed after Pap smear?

If bleeding after a Pap smear is from normal causes, such as a cervical scratch, the bleeding should stop within a few hours. Spotting may last up to two days, but the bleeding will become lighter. Avoid sex and don’t use a tampon in the two to three days following a Pap smear if you’re experiencing bleeding.

Why does my cervix bleed after a Pap smear?

Discomfort and bleeding or cramping after a pap smear is normal because this area of our body is so sensitive. After a pap smear or pelvic exam, blood rushes to the cervix and your other reproductive organs. This is why the irritation and bleeding from the cervical scratch or scrape may occur.