Deciding to get pregnant is an exciting and rewarding decision for many couples. However, for some, this decision is not so simple. Following a colposcopy, women may have questions about how soon they can get pregnant. A colposcopy is a diagnostic procedure used to more closely examine the cervix, and it can sometimes leave behind a few questions.
This post will discuss everything you need to know about getting pregnant after a colposcopy. We will discuss everything from how long you should wait before trying to conceive to the risks associated with getting pregnant too soon. By the end of this post, you should have a better understanding of the timeline and any potential risks as you plan for pregnancy.
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The uterus’ lower, narrow portion, known as the cervix, creates a canal that leads into the vagina. It is possible to test for abnormal or precancerous conditions by removing tissue from the cervix during a cervical biopsy. It is done to detect cervical cancer for a woman.
Cervical biopsies can be performed in several ways. A small tissue sample can be taken during the procedure to be tested. Complete removal of abnormal tissue can be also carried out. The abnormal cells can also be treated.
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What is a LEEP Procedure?
When a doctor performs a procedure called a “Loop electrosurgical excision procedure,” or “LEEP,” they remove abnormal cells and tissue from the cervix by heating a wire loop with an electric current. LEEP is a useful tool for treating and identifying cancerous or abnormal conditions.
In essence, during this procedure, a thin layer of cancerous or abnormal tissue will be removed by the electric current flowing through the wire loop. A professional will then send the tissue sample to a lab for diagnostic evaluations. LEEP may also eliminate the abnormal cells, promoting the growth of healthy tissue.
LEEP procedures are not done routinely in all patients. Only after a patient has both an abnormal colposcopy AND an abnormal Pap smear are they performed. When a higher grade abnormality is found, LEEP procedures are typically performed.
What are the risks of a colposcopy and biopsy?
Problems following a colposcopy and biopsy are rare. Rare risks include bleeding or an infection that needs treatment.
Call your doctor or nurse if you have:
If You’re Pregnant
It’s safe to get a colposcopy procedure while you’re pregnant. Although having a biopsy while pregnant is relatively low-risk, your doctor may decide to wait until after you have given birth. People who are pregnant may experience more post-biopsy bleeding than non-pregnant people. This is because pregnancy causes the cervix’s blood supply to increase.
And rest assured that having a colposcopy and biopsy won’t prevent you from having children in the future.
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