Can an undetected pregnancy cause an abnormal pap smear?

Question

I recently had a pap smear, and I'm also wondering if I might be pregnant. Can an undetected pregnancy affect the results of a pap smear and make them appear abnormal?

Subhadra Setty · Answer

I had an abnormal pap smear when I was actually pregnant and didn't know it yet! My doctor explained that hormones cause cervical changes that sometimes mimic abnormal cells. My toddler is now three and everything turned out perfectly fine, so try not to stress.

Jayshree Nandi · Answer

While nursing my little one, I realized how much our bodies go through with hormones. Early pregnancy changes the cells of the cervix quite a bit, which can make the smear report look abnormal. Discuss this with your gynac, she will guide you on next steps.

Shweta Thakur · Answer

Yes, early or undetected pregnancy can definitely cause hormonal changes that make a pap smear look abnormal. Just let your gynac know.

Ramya Joshi · Answer

Look, cervical changes are totally normal when you conceive because of all the hormonal rush. Stop searching online and just go do a pregnancy test today to be absolutely sure. Then show both the test and your smear report to your doctor.

Subhadra Senapati · Answer

Haan na, pregnancy hormones can sometimes mess up the test results and show abnormal changes. Don't worry too much, just talk to your doctor and tell them about your pregnancy doubt, everything will be clear.