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[margaret]

Hi Ladies,

I received a letter today to go for a Smear Test I'm wondering how many days I should stop using Replens for before having the test done.  xx

[CLKD]

For HRT it says 2/3 nights - there should be a booklet with your invitation which tells you all you need to know.

I haven't booked mine yet: my log in failed and it's been too hot to go to the Surgery to book the appt. nor can I lay there in this heat!

[dahliagirl]

I would just make sure you do not use it on the morning of the test, then use some after.

[CLKD]

The advice from the NHS is 2/3 nights!

[Jenna]

I just looked it up to avoid any confusion and the cervical screening leaflet states:

"Please don't use any vaginal medications, lubricant or creams in the 2 days
before you have your test because they can affect the sample
your nurse or doctor takes."

https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/598278/cervical_screening_leaflet.pdf

[CLKD]

You are so good       I'm not as daft as I look 

[dahliagirl]

It is only moisturiser.  It says elsewhere not to have sex for 24hrs prior because of lubes/barrier contraception etc.

It is important not to splodge something all over your cervix just before - that is why they don't use much KY now 

Personally, I would not make myself uncomfortable for it.

[margaret]

Thank you Ladies x

[CLKD]

I shouldn't have any problems with not using anything for 24 hours.  >phew< .

[Mbrown001]

Get that test booked CLKD.

We will check up you know  .

No excuses now the weather is cooler.

Mrs Brown

[CLKD]

Eventually - little steps ;-).  Fishing, gardening, housework to watch, MotoGP - will think about later next week as we have dentals on Monday  - pity I can't get both done at the same time