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Colposcopy is a procedure that allows for the examination of the vagina and cervix (the neck of the uterus) through a colposcope, as well as the collection of tissue samples. During colposcopy, the images are magnified through lenses, enabling a closer examination of the tissues. This test can clearly identify and diagnose problems that may arise in the cervix or vagina.
Colposcopy can be performed on patients with abnormal results from a Pap smear test, those who carry the HPV virus, individuals experiencing bleeding after intercourse, those with persistent infection problems, and patients with precancerous growths or cancer. The procedure is quite easy, and no special preparation is required. Do not take a shower, engage in sexual intercourse, or use vaginal medications or tampons 24 hours prior to the colposcopy procedure.
The patient lies on a gynecological examination table. A device called a speculum is inserted to expose the vagina and cervix for observation with the colposcope. If an abnormality is detected during the examination, a tissue sample is collected using an instrument and sent for pathology analysis. After the test, you should lie down and rest for a short while.
The timeframe for receiving pathological examination results may vary depending on the institution where the procedure was performed, but results are typically available within a few days.
If a biopsy sample is taken, you may experience mild cramping and pain during the procedure. To ensure patients feel comfortable and do not experience pain, the procedure area may be numbed.
If a biopsy is performed during the colposcopy, there may be light bleeding in the form of spotting in the following days. Rarely, some patients may experience excessive bleeding and infection. If you have symptoms such as fever, nausea, vomiting, foul-smelling discharge, or excessive bleeding, contact your doctor immediately.
Some patients may experience a delay in menstruation following colposcopy.
If a biopsy was taken, mild groin pain may be observed after the colposcopy.
Colposcopy does not affect the ability to become pregnant. The tissue sample taken by your doctor will be very small and will not prevent you from having children. However, if you are pregnant or think you might be, you should inform your doctor of your condition.
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