Hello Blondie25 and thanks for posting, 

I am sorry to learn that you are having unexplained symtpoms and that your referral has been delayed. 

Abnormal bleeding can have a number of causes as there are other explanations aside from cancer and a lot of people who are referred on with this sort of problem turn out to have something else the matter. But until you know what is going on, it can be worrying and of course it needs to be checked out.  

I am not sure what the GP or locum have already considered, swabs are often taken to rule out infection, and an internal examination to look at the cervix. Having a negative smear so recently is a good sign.

I don't know if anyone else will come along and post but even if they do, it might not tell you much as each situation can be different.

I hope this appointment comes through soon and it isn't too long before you know more.

If you want to talk anything over give us a ring. We are around weekdays, 9-5 and the number to call is 0808 800 4040.

Wishing you the best, 

Julia