What happens during a d&c?i may have to have one and am a little scared about it.

Not too bad: I'll provide a link that will tell you a lot. Also, ask the surgeon for handouts, instructions & answers to questions you have. It involves stretching open the cervix and scraping the surface layers of the uterus. Local anesthestia will prevent pain but you may be sore for a week. Here's a bunch of info: http://womenshealth.About.Com/cs/surgery/a/d_and_c_2.Htm best wishes, it should be fine.