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A "D&C" is a medical procedure called Dilation and Curettage. It is usually done outpatient, to remove the contents of the uterus after a miscarriage or to treat prolonged bleeding after a vaginal birth. It can cause uterine cramping, and a feeling of weakness or dizziness due to loss of blood.
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How long after a D and C procedure can you try to conceive again?
how long after a d and c procedure normal periods come
What is DNC?
The DNC is the Democratic National Committee. But I suspect you meant "D&C" or "D and C." That is an abbreviation of a medical procedure known as Dilation and Curettage, which is the scraping of the lining of the uterus. It is frequently done after miscarriage. If you google on D&C (no spaces), a number of good hits are returned. WebMD is another excellent medical resource.
Do you need PAT for D and C procedure?
At most hospitals you would need PAT, or pre-admission testing, before a D&C procedure. Your doctor will tell you what you need to have done before the procedure.
What procedure is done if you have miscarriage?
A D&C, Dilation and Curettage, which is a procedure to scrape the uterus.
What is the procedure known as a D and C?
A D and C, short for dilation and curettage, is a procedure where the cervix is dilated and tissue is removed from the uterus. It is commonly used to diagnose or treat conditions like abnormal bleeding, miscarriage management, or to remove tissue after a pregnancy termination.
What is the procedure called after having a miscarriage?
Dilation and curettage, D&C.
What is the preparation for a D and C?
Because opening the cervix can be painful, sedatives may be given before the procedure begins. Deep breathing and other relaxation techniques may help ease cramping during cervical dilation
Could a d and c affect chances of becoming pregnant?
There are risks with every procedure and the main risk is concerning sedation. D&C is a very common procedure and a very safe one and sterility is very rare.
What does the medical abbreviation DC mean?
DC can mean discharge, discontinue, or Doctor of Chiroractic, depending on the context. If it is written as 'D&C', it refers to the medical procedure dilation and curettage.There is no medical term that is abbreviated as DC. It is generally used to refer to a chiropractor, Doctor of Chiropractic.If you are referring to a D&C, it means "dilation and curretage". This is a medical procedure during which the uterus is dilated and the lining scraped to remove dead or diseased tissue.That is not correct--dc means discontinue, as in to discontinue a certain medication, and d/c means discharge, as in to discharge from treatment. Here is one of many sources that list medical abbreviations....http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/spd/provtools/nursing/study_guides/med_term_1.pdfDoctor of Chiropractic. By definition it is not a medical credential, medical being associated with physician, or MD. DC is a degree for practice of chiropractic which is considered an alternative medicine.
What is The medical abbreviation meaning instrumental expansion of the cervix and scraping or the uterine cavity?
Its called a "D and C" (D&C)
What does the abbreviation dc mean?
DC can mean discharge, discontinue, or Doctor of Chiroractic, depending on the context. If it is written as 'D&C', it refers to the medical procedure dilation and curettage.There is no medical term that is abbreviated as DC. It is generally used to refer to a chiropractor, Doctor of Chiropractic.If you are referring to a D&C, it means "dilation and curretage". This is a medical procedure during which the uterus is dilated and the lining scraped to remove dead or diseased tissue.That is not correct--dc means discontinue, as in to discontinue a certain medication, and d/c means discharge, as in to discharge from treatment. Here is one of many sources that list medical abbreviations....http://www.Oregon.gov/DHS/spd/provtools/nursing/study_guides/med_term_1.pdfDoctor of Chiropractic. By definition it is not a medical credential, medical being associated with physician, or MD. DC is a degree for practice of chiropractic which is considered an alternative medicine.
Widening the cervix and scraping the lining of the uterus?
This procedure is known as a D&C (dilatation and curettage).
