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Is it safe to get a colposcopy at 13 weeks pregnant for ascus & hpv? ob said just colposcopy and no biopsys will be taken but i am so nervous for this to cause a miscarriage & wondering if i should refuse until after birth?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Not a risk: Colposcopy is not likely to induce miscarriage of a healthy pregnancy. Wish you good health and a healthy baby!

Answered 1/30/2021

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A member asked:

Is it safe to get a colposcopy at 13 weeks pregnant for ascus & hpv? ob said just colposcopy and no biopsys will be taken but i am so nervous for this to cause a miscarriage & wondering if i should refuse until after birth?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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