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I had a leep procedure done a week ago. am i able to take a short bath?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Sure, why not?: Unless your doctor said otherwise, you could have safely taken a bath (even a long one!) an hour after the LEEP. You certainly can do it now. But if in doubt, or if you think this disagrees with the LEEP doctor's advice, contact her office for clarification.

Answered 6/21/2018

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