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A member asked:

Is it normal to have a strange smelling charcoal like discharge after a leep procedure. it has been 8 days since i've had the procedure done.?

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

See below: Yes - it is normal - as long as you do not have a fever or severe pain - this should improve.

Dr Hickerson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/26/2019

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