A Colposcopy is a medical diagnostic procedure to examine the cervix and the tissues of the vagina and vulva. Normally it is following results of a pap smear that were abnormal. 

The Procedure

• A Colposcopy is an office based procedure that only takes 15 to 20 minutes.
• You’ll lie on your back on a table with your feet in supports similar to your pap smear.
• I will place a speculum and then a colposcope (magnifying telescope) will be positioned a few inches away from your vagina that will let me get a close up look at your cervix and vagina.
• If there are any areas indicating abnormal cell growth a sample will be taken for biopsy.

After the colposcopy

• You may experience a small amount of vaginal pain for 1 or 2 days
• You may experience light bleeding or spotting that lasts a few days
• You may experience a dark discharge that resembles dark coffee grounds
• Avoid vaginal intercourse, tampons or douching for two week

A follow up appointment to discuss any results will be booked.