Question 1

can i masturbate after a colposcopy?

Accepted Answer

Depends: You can stimulate your clitoris but I would recommend waiting 3-5 days before having any toys inserted in the vagina to prevent it from touching the cervix that would be healing after the biopsy

Question 2

is it okay to masturbate after a colposcopy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This won't slow or otherwise interfere with healing.

Question 3

does a colposcopy hurt?

Accepted Answer

Not pleasant: But you will be sedated and likely be offered analgesia after. Discuss with your doctor.

Question 4

what all can a colposcopy show?

Accepted Answer

Precancerous changes: A pap smear is used to detect precancerous cells on the cervix but it does not tell you where the cells came from or how deep they go. A colposcopy is used to locate exactly where the problem is on the cervix and to find out how extensive or deep the abnormal cells go. Then a treatment plan can be determined.

Question 5

what is involved with a colposcopy?

Accepted Answer

Pelvic exam: It is the same basic set up as a pap smear but your doctor will look at your cervix with a microscope instead of the naked eye. They will use a couple of different dyes to bring out the cells of the cervix and take a small biopsy of any area looking abnormal.

Question 6

does either a colposcopy or biopsy hurt?

Accepted Answer

A little: Colposcopy may cause a little discomfort associated with insertion of a speculum. Biopsy may be associated with some pain depending on your sensitivity. Please discuss your concerns with the doctor who will be performing the procedure so that s/he may take proper steps to reduce discomfort.

Question 7

can a colposcopy have caused me to miscarry?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: We perform colposcopies in pregnancy and even in early pregnancy, a colposcopy should not cause a miscarriage unless an endocervical scraping was done aggressively.  This would be unusual and not usually done with known pregnancies. So, if not pregnant at the time, the answer is no; and if pregnant at the time, it's unlikely to cause pregnancy loss.  I'm sorry for your miscarriage.  Take care.

Question 8

when does a woman need a colposcopy and biopsy?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal pap smear: Whenever certain abnormalities are noted on pap smears, a colposcopy and biopsy is indicated.  This study allows for a better view of the uterine cervix and determination of the reason for the abnormal smear.

Question 9

is it ok to have intercourse the day before a colposcopy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Suggest a douche unless he used a condom.

Question 10

how much does a colposcopy usually cost for cash patients?

Accepted Answer

Varies: It depends on the place of course and what kind of testing becomes needed (specifically biopsies). An average might be $500.

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