ive got one coming up soon and its freakin me out? have you had this procedure? what was it like? did it hurt much afterwards?? whats going to happen to me??
2007-01-28 13:28:07 · 11 answers · asked by PInky without perky!! 4 in Health ➔ Women's Health
hello yes I had one in 2000 prior to my hystorectomy - it did not work for me - but its nothing to worry about - legs up on stirrups and the doc worked away - it was not painful just a little uncomfortable - I could watch on the screen what he was doing as he viewed it by camera - dont worry - if i had a choice of getting that done or a tooth pulled at the dentist - this would win hands down. It was kind of crampish afterwards but i was fine that evening - got it done in the morning.
Hope all goes well for you and dont worry....
2007-01-29 04:00:07 · answer #1 · answered by pussy galore 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) is used when your Pap smear indicates the presence of abnormal cells on the surface of the cervix. This does not mean you have cancer, but treatment of the abnormal area is important to prevent the cells from developing into cervical cancer.
LEEP uses a thin wire loop electrode which is attached to an electrosurgical generator. The generator transmits a painless electrical current that quickly cuts away the affected cervical tissue in the immediate area of the loop wire. This causes the abnormal cells to rapidly heat and burst, and separates the tissue as the loop wire moves through the cervix.
This technique allows your physician to send the excised tissue to the lab for further evaluation which insures that the lesion was completely removed, as well as allowing for a more accurate assessment of the abnormal area.
You may want to take some over-the-counter pain reliever such as ibuprofen before arriving at your physician's office for the procedure. This will help minimize any pain during or following the procedure. Always follow your doctors instructions for preparation for the LEEP.
What happens during the LEEP procedure?
The LEEP procedure takes about 20-30 minutes and is usually performed in your physician's office. In some ways it may seem much like a normal pelvic exam because you will lie on the exam table with your feet in the stirrups. A colposcope will be used to guide your doctor to the abnormal area. Unlike a normal colposcopy, a tube will be attached to the speculum to remove the small amount of smoke caused by the procedure.
An electrosurgical dispersive pad will be placed on your thigh. The pad is a gel-covered adhesive electrode which provides a safe return path for the electrosurgical current. A single-use, disposable loop electrode will be attached to the generator hand piece by your physician. Your cervix will be prepared with acetic acid and iodine solutions that enable your physician to more easily see the extent of the abnormal area. Next a local anesthetic will be injected into the cervix; the electroloop will be generated and the wire loop will pass through the surface of your cervix.
After the lesion is removed your physician will use a ball electrode to stop any bleeding that occurs; he may also use a topical solution to prevent further bleeding. You can leave your physician's office soon after the procedure.
Are there any complications associated with the LEEP?
Complications are usually mild but can include:
* mild pain or discomfort
* bleeding
You should call your physician if you experience bleeding that is heavier than a normal period, or if pain is severe. Other symptoms that should be reported to your physician include any heavy vaginal discharge or strong vaginal odor.
After the LEEP you should not:
* Have sexual intercourse for as long as recommended by your physician
* Lift heavy objects
* Use tampons
* Douche
* Take tub baths--take showers only to prevent infection
Follow your doctor's instructions closely after your LEEP procedure; he will tell you when to return for follow-up Pap smears and/or colposcopy. It is imperative that you keep these follow-up appointments to be sure that the abnormal area was completely removed and that it has not returned. Always call your physician if you have any questions.
2007-01-29 04:14:33 · answer #2 · answered by Bea 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I've had one and don't worry. You're on a table just like a pap smear. They give you a little shot to numb the area. I'd say it pinches more than hurts. Some hospitals have a camera so you can see what they're doing. I didn't want to see.
But then it's about 20 minutes or so. I was really tired after from stressing out so much, so I went home. But you can go right back to work.
Don't worry about it. It's easy. The toughest part was that I felt a bit exposed because my regular doctor is a woman and since it is technically a surgery, a nurse was there too.
2007-01-28 13:36:38 · answer #3 · answered by Christy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I understand it is daunting. Don't worry... It's an easy procedure. At the most, you may feel a little cramping afterwards. You may have some spotting for a day or so after the procedure. While your cervix is healing, you may also have a brown discharge. This is normal once your cervix is healed (about a month).
Please make sure that afterwards you should avoid heavy lifting, tampons, douching, sexual intercourse, and hot tubs for 1 month after the procedure.
2007-01-28 13:37:25 · answer #4 · answered by Terrible 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's more commonly known as a LEEP procedure, for those of you how have had it. I haven't had anything like that, but I hear it's not painful, just uncomfortable. Look up LEEP on wikipedia.org. It should give you some details about the procedure.
2007-01-28 13:33:06 · answer #5 · answered by CBM79 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋
dont freak out because LLETZ procedure involves a short stay in hospital, usually only a few hours. It may be done while you are awake or asleep, although most women find it more comfortable to be asleep. A quick short acting anaesthetic is most commonly used.
2007-01-28 13:33:08 · answer #6 · answered by jamaica 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
although I have not had it done from the information I have found it doesn't hurt. its supposed to be a period like discomfort. I hope this link will be of some help to you. good luck!
2007-01-28 13:37:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm with Not Ecky...what is that procedure?
2007-01-28 13:31:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
It's not a problem. They hold a mirror at your mouth and look up your behind. Usually they see right through you.
2007-01-28 13:31:51 · answer #9 · answered by Harriet 5 · 1⤊ 4⤋
you need to spell this correctly, I work in the medical field and I have no idea what you are talking about here....
2007-01-28 14:55:41 · answer #10 · answered by Jay Jay 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋