Hello RobynJS, 

You're doing the right thing in flagging this bleeding with your doctor. It's good that they have done an ultrasound and an internal scan and that everything is clear. I hope that you won't have to wait too long to see the gynaecology specialist - they really are the experts in this area so it's good that the doctor has referred you. When you see the specialist, perhaps you could ask whether it would be beneficial for you to have a smear. As it sounds like you were not completely convinced by your GP's response, you could also try and get a second opinion. You can find out more about this on this page. 

I hope that you will hear from others who have been in a similar position before and that they will come and share their experience with you.  

Best of luck for your appointment - I hope it all goes well and that the bleeding subsides soon.

Best wishes,

Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

Hi Robyn

With the symptoms you are describing, a smear would not be the usual course of action, as this is about detection of abnormal cells rather than a test to diagnose symptoms. In any case, if you are not due to have a smear it is unlikely the test would be carried out as the guidelines follow a set pattern for the timing of smear tests. You need a referral to a gynaecologist to investigate your symptoms, so I would check to ensure your doctor has made a referral and see if you can get an idea of when you can be seen. Definitely do not wait, as you have symptoms which need investigating by a specialist rather than a gp.