Erosion, HPV and cervical cancer: About cytological smears

Purpose of the analysis

What does a smear reveal for flora and cytology?
Its main purpose is to detect pathological changes in tissues, which can later transform into a cancerous tumor. If a cytology smear from the cervix is taken regularly, then negative indicators can be identified at an early stage - for example, an inflammatory disease, which can be cured in a short time with appropriate therapy and prevent further complications.

What does a cytology smear show? The results of the study can be both positive and negative.

Positive can be "bad", "abnormal", "atypical" or mean "dysplasia". It is clear that a bad cytology smear is not the norm, that is, there are inflammatory changes in the mucosa, and atypical pathological cells are detected in the smear, which should not be there.

A negative smear is considered normal. This means that the cervix is healthy, the cellular structure of the epithelium is not changed, and the microflora does not contain pathogenic microbes.

What are the dangers of inspections?

It happens that a woman, after being examined by a doctor, discovers brown discharge. This is considered the norm: when collecting material for research, small vessels are damaged, so a small volume of blood released due to instrumental intervention is allowed.

The occurrence of spotting after a gynecological examination is also provoked by the behavior of an overly nervous woman who, fidgeting in her seat, can cause mechanical damage inside the vagina with a sudden movement.

Blood vessels are fragile, so a visit to a specialist for a considerable number of representatives of the fairer sex ends with scanty discharge of light or dark brown color.

An alarming reason is a bloody mark observed on underwear within two to three days after a visit to the antenatal clinic. There is a possibility that a serious injury has occurred or a hidden illness has made itself felt.

In case of heavy bleeding that resembles menstruation, you must immediately visit a medical facility to identify the cause and eliminate the consequences.

You cannot ignore the situation when discharge appears after a smear during pregnancy, even when it is very insignificant. The doctor should conduct an examination no earlier than the eighth week to prevent placental abruption.

After all, when taking an analysis, you have to “scrape off” the cells of the mucous membrane, which is likely to cause tissue injury, leading to miscarriage. There are times when, at an extremely short period of gestation, the gynecologist himself provokes abortion of the fetus with sudden movements.

Symptoms such as lack of strength, exhaustion, vomiting, fever, accompanied by hemorrhage from the reproductive organs may indicate spontaneous abortion.

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Julia

Brown discharge at 16 weeks after taking a smear and examination on the chair!

I just returned from a residential complex: they looked at the chair, took a smear. I arrived home, went to the toilet and saw brown discharge with a small clot on my underwear!!! I'm shocked.

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Indications and contraindications

When to do a smear for cytology:

with diagnosed infertility;
when planning pregnancy;
in case of menstrual irregularities, for example, an atrophic type of cytology smear will indicate hormonal changes in the body against the background of menopause;
if oral contraception is used;
with genital herpes;
for obesity;
if human papillomavirus is detected in the body;
if a woman is promiscuous;
in preparation for installation of the IUD.

This research is not always possible.

READ MORE: Cervical cytology - what is it, explanation

A smear for cytology is not taken:

during menstruation, because red blood cells may be erroneously detected in a cytology smear;
with acute inflammatory process in the genital area;
with heavy vaginal discharge and severe itching.

Pregnancy cannot be a contraindication to the procedure. There is no point in taking this test for women who are not sexually active (virgins).

What to do if there is bleeding after a gynecological examination

By examining a smear to identify suspicious cellular elements, a specialist can damage the vulnerable surface of the vagina, which is why brown discharge occurs after examination by a gynecologist. As a rule, they pass quickly.

Brownish discharge after taking a smear can also signal pathological changes in the pelvic organs, or be a consequence of stress, an unhealthy lifestyle, taking contraceptives, or wearing an intrauterine device.

By the way, after installing the spiral, the discharge may also be different, so we advise you to read separate information on this topic.

The pink color of the discharge indicates the presence of hormonal problems, the occurrence of erosion, and endometriosis. When scraping, the doctor scratches the erosive surface or touches excess growth, which begins to bleed.

After Postinor, the discharge may be unusual in nature, so special attention to this issue is required.

If, with caution, discharge is still observed after examination by a gynecologist during pregnancy, this can be caused by:

injury to tissues to which blood flows;
separation of the mucus plug;
damage to internal organs, which is dangerous and requires medical intervention;
abruption or placenta previa.

When checked in the fortieth week of pregnancy, bloody or brown discharge often indicates imminent labor. This is usually preceded by the rejection of the mucus plug, which clogs the uterus, protecting the fetus from infection.

Normally, small discharge is not accompanied by annoying symptoms such as itching and inflammation. If they occur, this indicates possible pathologies.

In the early stages of pregnancy, hemorrhages can threaten the development of inflammatory or infectious diseases, deformation of the cervix, and miscarriage.

Spotting can occur after examining the expectant mother's cervix, cytology, since this organ is very traumatic, any external invasion can cause damage to the epithelium and, as a result, discharge from the genital tract.

Existing neoplasms inside the reproductive organs (polyps, tumors) are very often traumatized during examination, causing hemorrhage.

If, after returning from the female doctor, bleeding begins, you should pay attention to its nature: color, thickness, frequency and volume.

Short-term (several hours or one day) small bleeding caused by manipulations with the gynecological speculum is allowed. After returning from the doctor, you should carry out the necessary hygiene procedures, change your underwear, and lie down.

Heavy discharge should alert you when it is accompanied by:

significant pain in the lower torso or vagina;
increased discomfort;
burning sensation in the genitals;
unpleasant odor;
impurities of pus;
heat;
labored breathing;
cardiopalmus.

Examination after examination in a chair can reveal the following pathologies:

Endometriosis. It occurs in 10–15 percent of women of childbearing age and is characterized by painful periods, vaginal discharge, and uterine bleeding. The mucous membrane of the uterus grows into other organs and tissues of the pelvis, disrupting their function.
Polyps are benign neoplasms into which a significant number of vessels grow, and at the slightest damage they begin to bleed. At the initial stage of development, they may not manifest themselves in any way and may not bother the woman, so they can only be detected during an examination by a specialist.
Hyperplastic growth of the endometrium. The inner layer of the uterus grows, and there is a high probability of the process progressing to oncology.
Cervical dysplasia. If left untreated, damage to the epithelial structure can lead to irreversible consequences, in particular cancer.
Myoma, fibromyoma.
A tumor of a malignant nature.
Sexually transmitted diseases (chlamydia, ureaplasmosis, trichomoniasis).

All of these pathological abnormalities are characterized by bloody discharge.

Contact bleeding suggests the presence of problems in the female body. In rare cases, in the gynecological chair you can “catch” an unpleasant infection - bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis.

Discharge after taking a smear: brown, bloody, during pregnancy

A smear is taken for cytological examination during a gynecological examination.
It is carried out to identify pathological abnormalities in the cells of the cervix by determining the polymerase chain reaction (PCR). There is also another smear that is needed for bacteriological examination, which allows one to identify pathogens of infectious diseases and select medications for their treatment.

Undoubtedly, both the first and second studies are necessary and absolutely all women over 18 years of age and before menopause should undergo them. The procedure itself is painless, but after it some people experience unnatural discharge mixed with blood.

But why do they arise? And is it worth going to the doctor again when discharge appears after taking a smear? Let's talk about it.

It is recommended to take a test for analysis of vaginal flora and oncocytology in the following situations:

when admitted to an antenatal clinic after diagnosing pregnancy;
menstrual irregularities (irregular periods, their absence, etc.);
infertility (it is mentioned only if a woman cannot become pregnant for 12 months or more);
genital herpes;
when taking contraceptive medications (for preventive purposes);
human papillomavirus;
the woman is overweight;
endometriosis;
erosion;
uterine fibroids;
before performing instrumental gynecological procedures (installation of an intrauterine device, cauterization, etc.);
with frequent changes of sexual partners;
when planning pregnancy.

Why does discharge appear after a smear is taken?

The appearance of discharge after a smear during pregnancy or as a diagnosis of various diseases is a fairly common situation.

This is due to the fact that during the test, the upper layer of the mucous membranes is scraped off, as a result of which they are damaged and begin to bleed.

Blood is released in small quantities, quickly oxidizes under the influence of oxygen and acquires a dark tint. Therefore, the presence of scanty brown discharge is considered normal.

If the fact of pale pink or bloody discharge is associated with injury to the mucous membranes of the vagina or cervical canal, then in this case they:

scanty;
not accompanied by abdominal pain;
do not emit an unpleasant odor;
disappear on their own the next day after the procedure.

However, if a woman experiences heavy bleeding that lasts for several days or weeks, then this is already a clear sign of pathological processes in the body. Moreover, most often, bloody discharge is observed in the presence of oncology, polyposis or uterine fibroids. In this case, the appearance of blood occurs due to trauma to the neoplasms.

Important! If the tumor is malignant, its damage can become a prerequisite for accelerated growth, progression of the disease and severe blood loss. Therefore, if the test results have not yet arrived, but the doctor told you about his suspicions of oncology, if severe bleeding appears after the test, you need to immediately go to the clinic or call an ambulance.

It should be noted that most often the presence of blood is observed after taking a smear for cytology. A test for the degree of purity of the vaginal flora is a non-traumatic method of diagnosis, so after it the discharge almost never changes its character.

Unless sanitary standards were violated during its implementation, which resulted in infection. In this case, the discharge acquires an unpleasant odor and is accompanied by itching and burning in the intimate area.

In this case, the woman needs to immediately undergo a course of antibacterial therapy.

But after taking a sample for cytology, it can be smeared for several days. Moreover, if a woman actually has cancer, after the procedure she may experience nagging abdominal pain.

However, most often such studies are tolerated normally by women. They do not notice any changes in vaginal secretions or in their condition. But if after a smear there is bleeding that does not stop for more than 2 days, you should definitely visit a doctor. Since this phenomenon is not normal and requires immediate treatment.

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Useful video about how to take a smear for cytology

How a smear is taken for cytology is of interest even to those women who have undergone this procedure more than once. A doctor or midwife takes a smear during an examination in a gynecological chair.

Before performing the procedure, the doctor inserts a speculum into the vagina. After a visual examination of the cervix, the specialist takes a sterile brush and makes a light scraping of the epithelium from the surface of the cervix and cervical canal, as well as from the urethra.

How long does it take to perform a smear for cytology? Usually the results of the study become known after 1 day.

To obtain reliable results, it is advisable to prepare for the smear procedure in advance:

abstain from intimate relations for 24-48 hours before visiting a gynecologist;
exclude the use of vaginal products - lubricants, sprays, suppositories, etc.;
Do not urinate for at least 2 hours before taking a smear.

What to do if bleeding starts after taking a smear?

As mentioned above, gynecological manipulations can injure the vaginal mucosa. As a result of this, any girl may experience spotting after taking a smear. The discomfort observed in this case should go away on its own in the next two days. During this period, it is advisable to refrain from intense physical activity and sexual contact. It's better to try to get more rest.

If, after the examination, heavy discharge appears, accompanied by severe pain in the abdomen or vagina, burning, fever, shortness of breath, rapid pulse and other uncharacteristic symptoms, you should immediately see a doctor. Emergency medical attention is required when bleeding continues for more than an hour.

Pregnant women should pay special attention to their condition, since there may be a threat not only to their health, but also to the health of the child. If such a symptom was caused by a hormonal imbalance, then it is necessary to begin appropriate therapy as soon as possible. If health problems of a pregnant woman are identified in a timely manner, many negative consequences for the fetus, including termination of pregnancy, can be avoided.

Thus, any discharge that appears after a smear requires correct and timely diagnosis. Observe their consistency, color and duration. Try not to confuse heavy bleeding with the start of your period. If it’s still a long way from them, then call an ambulance right away. Otherwise, you will lose a large amount of blood.

Decoding the results

Deciphering a smear for cytology allows us to draw conclusions about the degree of cleanliness of the vagina and the presence of pathologies in a woman.

In total there are 4 degrees of purity:

First degree. Rarely seen. The smear reveals exclusively rod flora, a small amount of squamous epithelium and single leukocytes.
Second degree. A common study finding found among healthy women. In the flora in the cytology smear there are squamous epithelial cells, single cocci and other non-pathogenic microorganisms.
Third degree. This degree of purity means the initial stage of the inflammatory process. Detected inflammation in a cytology smear requires the start of other diagnostic studies to find the root cause of the problem. The smear contains polymorphic rod flora, neutrophilic leukocytes, granulocytes and glandular epithelium; in addition, the results of cytology of a smear from the cervical canal can reveal yeast fungi with a tendency to multiply and be active.
Fourth degree. The inflammatory process is pronounced. Coccal and bacillary-coccal flora predominate. This research result requires an urgent search for the causative agent of infection and appropriate treatment.

READ MORE: Gynecological diseases. Exo- and endocervicitis

Doctors often talk about the fifth degree of purity, the result of which is a harbinger of an oncological process in the woman’s genital area, since in this case a large number of atypical cells are detected in the smear.

Pap smear during pregnancy

A smear for cytology during pregnancy is taken at least 3 times - this can be done either in the gynecologist’s office or in a private laboratory - for example, in Invitro using liquid cytology.

The study is important for monitoring the vaginal microflora of the expectant mother. If there is the slightest suspicion that a woman’s genital tract is infected, a cytological examination is performed additionally. Read more about taking a smear during pregnancy →

The result of a smear on flora above type 2 purity during pregnancy means an inflammatory process in the woman’s genital tract. In this case, the expectant mother may complain of itching and burning in the external genital area, as well as a change in the smell and color of vaginal discharge.

Discharge after examination by a gynecologist

Every adult girl should be aware of the need for regular visits to the antenatal clinic. After all, it is extremely important to prevent the development of hidden gynecological diseases that can harm a woman’s reproductive function in the future.

When a long-awaited pregnancy occurs, consultation with a gynecologist is an even more important event. However, some women experience spotting after examination by a gynecologist, which can naturally worry a woman who is susceptible in this position.

What causes such unusual consequences of the examination and what needs to be done in such cases - we will figure it out in this article.

Discharge after examination by a gynecologist during pregnancy

During pregnancy, the frequency of any activities in the vaginal area decreases significantly. You should be especially careful with them in the early stages, when there is the highest risk of miscarriage. Because of this, the doctor tries to carry out any manipulations no earlier than 8 weeks. In this case, there is a possibility of blood particles or brown stains appearing in the mucus.

Discharge after examination by a gynecologist during pregnancy can be caused by:

trauma to mucosal tissues: during pregnancy, a large amount of blood flows to the genitals, which makes the vagina and cervix especially sensitive to the touch of medical instruments;
the passage of a mucus plug, which coincided with an appointment with a gynecologist: usually at 38 weeks, the doctor suggests undergoing an examination on a chair to look at the readiness of the cervix for labor;
injury to the internal genital organs - this is a dangerous phenomenon and requires prompt medical attention;
abruption or placenta previa - this is typical for pregnant women who have problems with the course of pregnancy. In this case, the inspection becomes a catalyst for such negative processes.

Brown discharge during pregnancy after examination, especially in the later stages (38-40 weeks), should not cause alarm unless it is accompanied by other unpleasant signs (inflammation, itching, etc.). Often, spotting after examination at 40 weeks of pregnancy becomes a harbinger of labor. Brown discharge may also appear in women before childbirth; these are signs of the same phenomenon.

Care should be taken when a similar symptom appears in the second trimester. If in the early stages of pregnancy it may be the result of any hormonal changes or implantation of the fertilized egg, then later it will indicate a possible pathological condition.

In any case, all unusual signs during pregnancy should be promptly reported to the gynecologist who is observing you. He will also tell you if the body is ready to give birth.

What to do if bleeding starts after taking a smear?

As mentioned above, gynecological manipulations can injure the vaginal mucosa. As a result of this, any girl may experience spotting after taking a smear.

The discomfort observed in this case should go away on its own in the next two days. During this period, it is advisable to refrain from intense physical activity and sexual contact.

It's better to try to get more rest.

Pregnant women should pay special attention to their condition, since there may be a threat not only to their health, but also to the health of the child.

If such a symptom was caused by a hormonal imbalance, then it is necessary to begin appropriate therapy as soon as possible.

If health problems of a pregnant woman are identified in a timely manner, many negative consequences for the fetus, including termination of pregnancy, can be avoided.

Thus, any discharge that appears after a smear requires correct and timely diagnosis. Observe their consistency, color and duration. Try not to confuse heavy bleeding with the start of your period. If it’s still a long way from them, then call an ambulance right away. Otherwise, you will lose a large amount of blood.

Making the correct diagnosis

For a correct diagnosis, a complete history of all symptoms is needed. Light bleeding that ends quickly should not be a cause for concern.

You should not, out of fear of possible consequences, refrain from visiting a gynecologist for preventive purposes. It would be much worse to discover that you have an already advanced disease, which will take a long time to treat.

Each representative of the fair sex should approach the choice of “her” doctor individually and carefully. After all, if health-related problems arise, you will have to turn to a qualified specialist, often not even one. This facilitates correct diagnosis and timely treatment.