Hello Dr.

I am a 32 year old woman and had my first pap smear test day before yesterday (Monday). I did not bleed on the day of the test but from the next day (tuesday) morning onwards I have been bleeding continuously. The flow started light and has since then increased to be like a regular menstrual flow. The color of the blood is fresh, bright red (not dark) and there are some tiny blood clots once in a while. I had my period for this month already so I am very very scared about the bleeding. I also had cramps for several hours on Tuesday which has subsided by and large by now.

Is this normal? I am terrified and do not know what I should do? I have to travel outside my city for a major meeting and will be driving. I donot want any complications on my trip. Please help!!