Question 1

1st period after d and c seems to b heavy.its 4th day and soaking 1 pad in 3hrs but flow with urine is a bit more, no clots n no cramps. is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Not unusual.: It's not unusual for the first period after a D&amp;C to be heavier than normal. It should get better with the next cycle. If this bleeding continues are gets heavier, however, you should be evaluated by your GYN.

Question 2

how long does it take to get your period after a d and c?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Although it is possible that periods can start a month after, this is highly variable and can take several months.

Question 3

when should i get a period after a d and c and a tumor removal?

Accepted Answer

Within 1-2 cycles: D&c removes the lining of the uterus, the lining must build back up. Your next menstrual period may begin earlier or later than usual if the hormonal factors are otherwise normal.

Question 4

i had a dilation and curettage and my period stopped/ why?

Accepted Answer

Endometrium gone: The material expelled during a period is the lining of the womb.A D&C removes all the lining(down to the muscle layer) and often takes a few cycles to reform.

Question 5

had normal period for 2 months after d and c, now period is very heavy with large clots, what's wrong now?

Accepted Answer

Possible nothing: Be patient and discuss this with the doctor that performed your d and c.

Question 6

dilation and curettage (d&c) pain?

Accepted Answer

Don't understand: There can normally be some pain after a d&c.  Glad to be more helpful if you clarify what you are asking!

Question 7

i have to have a dilation and curettage. what should i expect?

Accepted Answer

Mild cramping: There will be mild cramping and perhaps some residual bleeding post-op. The cervix will be open after dilation and therefore there is a slight risk for infection if there are "visitors" in the vagina during the first post-op week. It was once considered a "minor " surgery, but of course "minor surgery" is what happens to someone else.

Question 8

what is a dilation and curettage done for?

Accepted Answer

Failed pregnancy: Usually for failed early pregnancy such as first-trimester miscarriage. It's sometimes used as a diagnostic tool for non-pregnant women with irregular bleeding. There are other reasons as well.

Question 9

what's dilation and curettage average cost?

Accepted Answer

Depends.: It depends on your insurance (or lack thereof), the setting in which it is performed and any additional testing or complications. On average, i would guesstimate it ranges in the several hundreds of us dollars to little over a thousand $ as co-payment.

Question 10

how long does the dilation and curettage take?

Accepted Answer

About 20 mins: The first step, dilation of the uterus, usually takes about 10 minutes. The second step, hysteroscopy (use of a endoscope that allows the physician to examine inside the uterus) and then curettage (scraping or scooping with a special tool called a curette to remove the contents of the uterus) takes an additional 10 minutes.

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1st period after d and c seems to b heavy.its 4th day and soaking 1 pad in 3hrs but flow with urine is a bit more, no clots n no cramps. is it normal?

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When should i get a period after a d and c and a tumor removal?

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I had a dilation and curettage and my period stopped/ why?

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Had normal period for 2 months after d and c, now period is very heavy with large clots, what's wrong now?

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Dilation and curettage (d&c) pain?

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I have to have a dilation and curettage. what should i expect?

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