After Colposcopy / Biopsy
A colposcopy / biopsy is a procedure for determining the cause of abnormalities found in Pap smears. It is a visual exam of the cervix and is relatively simple and painless. It's usually performed in your physician's office. The actual procedure lasts about ten to fifteen minutes.
After having a colposcopy, you may have a tampon placed to help stop the bleeding. Please follow your doctor's instructions about when to remove it.
What to Expect
Following a colposcopy / biopsy, you can expect to have light bleeding or spotting for seven days. If the bleeding is heavier than that or continues after seven days, please call the clinic, 513-636-4681. You may also have a grey discharge. This is from the medicine used on your cervix to stop the bleeding.
You will need to return to the clinic in two weeks. The results of the biopsy will be discussed with you at that time. If possible, please have your parent or guardian come with you to the appointment.
You may have cramping following the procedure. If you continue to have cramping this evening, you may take acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or aspirin every six hours. If pain is not relieved with these measures, please call the clinic.
Warning
Do not have sexual intercourse, douche, or use a tampon for two weeks. This is to prevent an infection or increased bleeding.
Call the Doctor If:
Please call the clinic, 513-636-4681 if you have:
- Bleeding heavier than spotting or longer than seven days
- A discharge from your vagina
- Lower stomach pain not relieved with pain medicines
- A fever grater than 100°
- Any questions
- If pain is not relieved with acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or aspirin every six hours
Written 9/06
