After the biopsy

A biopsy of the cervix involves removing small areas of cervical tissue for further examination under a microscope. Depending on the type of biopsy of the cervix duration of the procedure and its consequences may be different. In most cases, a biopsy of the cervix woman can return to normal daily routine (with a few exceptions) immediately after the procedure or via one or two days.

After a biopsy of the cervix is ​​necessary to observe a few simple rules to speed up the recovery process and avoid complications. On average, for one week after a biopsy of the cervix is ​​recommended to abstain from sexual intercourse - sexual abstinence may be longer depending on the type of biopsy. Furthermore, after cervical biopsy is not recommended douching, the use of vaginal suppositories for treating various types of vaginal infections and the use of tampons How to use sanitary pad - basic precautions   for one week after the procedure (pads must be replaced gaskets).

To suppress these symptoms can take painkillers - such as paracetamol. Furthermore, during the recovery period after the procedure, for several days to a week or two, may be slightly brownish vaginal bleeding or discharge. Sexual activity, exercise is not recommended until the disappearance of signs of recovery after a biopsy of the cervix.

If cervical biopsy was performed after pre-expanded colposcopy Extended colposcopy: detailed analysis of   with treatment of the cervix with special solutions, after the treatment for a few days or may occur greenish brownish allocation.

When to see a doctor

Seek immediate medical attention is necessary if, after a biopsy of the cervix following symptoms:

• Fervescence
• Excessive vaginal bleeding, menstrual bleeding comparable to or more intense
• Acute pain in the abdomen
• Yellowish vaginal discharge The whole truth about vaginal secretions   a discharge with a sharp unpleasant odor (this symptom may indicate an infection - a rare, but nevertheless common consequences of cervical biopsies)

Depending on the outcome of the procedure after a biopsy of the cervix may be necessary to perform a re-colposcopy, or cervical dysplasia appropriate treatment Dysplasia - what is it?   (abnormalities in cells of tissue of the cervix).

The most frequently used treatments for cervical dysplasia after a biopsy of the cervix

• Buttonhole diathermy - the abnormal area of ​​tissue removal of the cervix using a special tool, the thin wire loop.
• Cryotherapy - freeze lesion of the cervix, leading to destruction of abnormal cells.
• Laser treatment - the destruction of abnormal cells or tissue excision of lesion of the cervix with a laser radiation.

In very rare cases after biopsy of the cervix may be required wedge biopsy (conization) or hysterectomy (removal of the uterus and cervix).

Possible consequences

Perhaps the only significant consequence of the biopsy of the cervix, causing some discomfort - pain in the abdomen Abdominal pain: Types and Symptoms   spasmodic nature that may occur during the first few hours or during the first days after biopsy. To suppress the discomfort and unpleasant sensations caused by biopsy of the cervix, you can take the standard painkillers are sold in pharmacies without a prescription - such as paracetamol.

Another common consequence of a biopsy of the cervix - a slight vaginal bleeding or spotting bleeding after intercourse, usually stops within a few days after the procedure. Throughout the recovery period after a biopsy of the cervix is ​​not recommended to use tampons, vaginal suppositories (candles) and other drugs for the treatment of vaginal infections. In addition, to speed up the recovery after the biopsy and avoid unpleasant consequences, it is recommended for a week to give up sex life and considerable physical exertion (eg, weight lifting). It is normal and is the consequence of a biopsy of the cervix, vaginal discharge as a grayish or greenish in color for the first few days after the procedure - such allocation is characterized biopsy is performed when the extended colposcopy Extended colposcopy: detailed analysis of   treatment with cervical special solutions.

The most unpleasant consequences can be wedge-shaped biopsy (so-called conization) - one of the most invasive biopsy of the cervix. The consequences of the wedge biopsy of the cervix are associated primarily with the normal operation of the female reproductive system. First, after conization exists a small chance of sticking the cervix, preventing the penetration of sperm into the uterus. This phenomenon is called cervical stenosis (stenosis of the cervical canal). This is a consequence of the wedge biopsy of the cervix can lead to the inability to become pregnant. The normal course of a menstrual cycle and regular menstruation suggests that wedge biopsy of the cervix did not cause any disturbances.

Another consequence of the wedge biopsy of the cervix - increased risk of preterm birth associated with the weakening of the cervix as a result of the procedure. Cervix - the muscle that supports the entrance to the uterus in the closed position before birth. After cervical biopsy wedge there is a small risk that the disclosure will premature uterine pressure embryo weight. As a rule, the risk of preterm birth associated with wedge biopsy of the cervix can be successfully reduced through the imposition of so-called purse-string sutures, cut by a doctor before giving birth, about thirty-seventh week of pregnancy.

What to do in case of bleeding

Since biopsy - an invasive procedure, which assumes a fence tissue samples using special sharp forceps or a large needle, minor bleeding after the procedure, a biopsy of the cervix is ​​normal. Several factors can affect the appearance of vaginal bleeding after the biopsy - for example, perform a biopsy of the cervix during pregnancy is associated with significant bleeding enough. To stop bleeding during the procedure applied treatment of cervical special preparations - such as silver nitrate.

Bleeding after biopsy may increase due to sexual activity, so in the first week after the procedure is recommended to refuse sex. In addition, for the duration of the recovery of the uterus after the procedure, a biopsy of the cervix until the end of vaginal bleeding should be abandoned tampons How to use sanitary pad - basic precautions   and use of sanitary napkins. Also, it does not recommend the use of lubricants and vaginal suppository, douche - the rejection of these substances helps to speed up the healing process of cervical tissue after biopsy.

A biopsy of the cervix is ​​bleeding, which may last for several hours, in rare cases - for several days. In itself, vaginal bleeding after the biopsy - not a sign of any disturbances or microtrauma. Seek medical help if necessary when vaginal bleeding after the biopsy of the cervix abundant, similar to menstrual bleeding or long - do not stop for more than two weeks. Medical intervention is required in cases when after the biopsy observed abnormal vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor sharp and unusual color, fever, pain in the pelvic area.

If, after a biopsy of the cervix is ​​observed spasmodic pain, similar to menstrual pain, to suppress the symptoms, you can take the standard painkillers such as paracetamol. Not recommended to take anticoagulant drugs, such as aspirin, which may increase bleeding after the biopsy of the cervix.