TTC and first smear test :(

[DarcyParty]

Hi guys, first post here :)

We're currently ttc #1 but I've been invited for my first smear test at my new gp (I'm 24). Will this cause any problems? I don't want to miss the test, but I'm worried it could do harm if I fall pregnant beforehand.

Need some sage advice please, thanks!

[delilahbucket]

It isn't known to cause issues, however I had a smear three days before AF was due so I did a first response early result on the day before I went. I also mentioned it to the nurse.
When is af due for you?

[Ashleigh9917]

When you ring to book the app, ask the receptionist? I imagine it wouldn't cause problems when ttc, and probably wont if pregnant as I imagine there are a lot of internal exams during pregnancy.

[DarcyParty]

Thanks Delilah :)
It's tricky because I wasn't regular before the pill and I've only had one AF since coming off. If I'm true to a 28 day cycle then it should be the 31st. I know the chances of conceiving on the first month of trying are small, but I'll definitely do a test beforehand like you say. Have to admit I'm pretty scared of the test, doesn't sound nice at all!!

[DarcyParty]

I'll do that Ashleigh, just as soon as I suck it up and make the appointment haha, thanks :)

[321zerobaby]

I had a smear test when I was early stages pg, before I knew. There was no problem, is there meant to be an issue with it?

[DarcyParty]

Hi Zero, maybe I'm worrying to much, I've heard of some women finding it painful (and I'm mega nervous since it's my first one) but I'm glad you had no issue, I feel a lot better thanks :)

[321zerobaby]

I remember the nurse saying something like 'nice healthy cervix" or some such remark, it wasn't painful at all. It was 13 years ago though. I had a smear a few months ago, that nurse commented on how easy it was to find my cervix, and it was over very quickly and I felt nothing. I think I must be lucky, pg or not, smears aren't a problem for me, and some women find them uncomfortable or painful. I sort of trance out and take myself off to a beach, to relax myself, not nervous at all. I think that may help with the pain.
Good luck with yours @DarcyParty

[delilahbucket]

I was nervous before my first. Nothing to worry about though in the end. I have a problem with my pelvis so I can't open my legs in the traditional method they expect. After her shoving the spectrum against my symphysis pubis (the front bone) for five mins in the world's most awkward position I put it in myself . Was over in under thirty seconds from then!

[bummymummy77]

I was very concerned about this. I was told by three different doctors and two midwives I trust that it would be fine.

[Seahawk80]

I got pregnant soon after my first smear in ages (had been travelling and living abroad). I'm sure it helped!

[BottyBongos]

I had one recently in my tww. I researched before and it said that it's safe, it just might be slightly more likely to produce an abnormal result.

[sk1pper]

Hey this is safe as far as I'm aware but why not time it between Af and ovulation so you don't need to worry xx best of luck

[GreenGoblin0]

I had a smear when I was ttc told the nurse and she asked for my cycle dates as said they wouldn't do it if I was on my fertile window.

[Rikalaily]

I had a smear when I was in the tww with my 2nd, I was actually pregnant but hadn't found out yet. It caused no problems and felt no different to any other smears I've had.