Question 1

what is a dnc and why do one on someone whose never been pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Dilitation: And curettage. Sometimes, when a woman has abnormal bleeding that we can't get control with medication, we will do a dilitation and curettage. This is a scraping of the uterine lining to send to the pathologist to make sure there is no abnormalities.

Question 2

can i intercourse after dnc?

Accepted Answer

Doctor's Orders: These type of questions are hard.  We were not there for your procedure and do not know your personal history. But, the norm whenever one is discharged after any surgical procedure with discharge instructions.  This very thing would be a vital piece of information your ob/gyn would have provided you.  If you have lost your discharge instructions you can very easily call their office and find out.

Question 3

should i have orgasm after dnc surgery?

Accepted Answer

Back to normal: U should be able to experience orgasms, like before, within a few days of having a d ; c.

Question 4

after my dnc i'm trying to get pregnant why can't i ?

Accepted Answer

Infertility eval: After 12 months of trying an extensive work up is warranted. 3 tests needed: 1. Semen analysis 2. Ovulation blood test via a day 21 Progesterone 3. Hsg xray to make sure tubes are open. Any obgyn or fertility specialist can do this.

Question 5

they did the dnc for bleeding a lot can i still get pregnat?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Usually fertility is not affected by d&c, although, potential for intrauterine scarring is higher than in those who had no d&c, yet I have tons of patients who got pregnant just fine after one.

Question 6

can ultrasound detect that you had undergone dnc 1 month after?

Accepted Answer

Very rarely   : Ultrasound would rarely reveal if you have had a dnc a month before as the blood and debris would have passed normally.  If you had a dnc for retained products of conception then this may still show something on an ultrasound but only rarely.

Question 7

obgyn told me they took out a bunch of black stuff during my dnc and sending it off for results .what could that be?

Accepted Answer

Pathology report: The "black stuff" is being evaluated by a pathologist who is looking at and identifying the tissue. Tune in for the report from your doctor and you will know for certain what it was.

Question 8

i haven't had a period for 9 weeks now since my dnc, is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Check with doctor : Depending on your cycle history, and the reason for the d&c, this may be normal. Check with your doctor to determine realistic expectations for the timely return of your cycles. If you have started birth control since your procedure, this may also cause a delay. Your doctor should be able to give you more concrete information as they know your medical history.

Question 9

is side and back pain normal after a dnc ?.hurts to even lay on my back .

Accepted Answer

BACK PAIN AFTER D;C: You may have vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain and back pain for few days following this procedure d;c
if it is too severe call your surgeon and get some pain medicine.

Question 10

after a dnc how long till i can masterbait ( i  can only orgasm by rubbing clit, there is no penatrion?

Accepted Answer

I would wait at: least 2 weeks before masturbating.

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What is a dnc and why do one on someone whose never been pregnant?

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Can i intercourse after dnc?

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Should i have orgasm after dnc surgery?

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After my dnc i'm trying to get pregnant why can't i ?

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They did the dnc for bleeding a lot can i still get pregnat?

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Can ultrasound detect that you had undergone dnc 1 month after?

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Obgyn told me they took out a bunch of black stuff during my dnc and sending it off for results .what could that be?

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I haven't had a period for 9 weeks now since my dnc, is this normal?

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Is side and back pain normal after a dnc ?.hurts to even lay on my back .

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After a dnc how long till i can masterbait ( i can only orgasm by rubbing clit, there is no penatrion?

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