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CommunityReddit r/ObGyn·Aug 9, 2026

When can I have a Pap smear and cervical/vaginal swab after antibiotics?

By <name>/u/dielast4me</name><uri>https://old.reddit.com/user/dielast4me</uri>

Hi! I was referred by my doctor for a Pap smear and to submit a cervical swab or vaginal discharge sample for GS/CS with ARD (antimicrobial resistance testing) . However, I am currently taking antibiotics for stds I wanted to ask: How long should I wait after finishing my antibiotics before having these tests done to make sure the results are accurate? I’d really appreciate any advice, especially from anyone who has had these tests done while taking or shortly after finishing antibiotics. submitted by /u/dielast4me [link] [comments]

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