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What is the purpose of a colposcopy?

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The colposcope helps to identify abnormal areas of the cervix or vagina so that small pieces of tissue (biopsies) can be taken for further analysis.

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What is the purpose of colposcopy?

Colposcopy is used to identify or rule out the existence of any precancerous conditions in the cervical tissue. If a Pap test shows abnormal cell growth, colposcopy is usually the first follow-up test performed.


Who performs a colposcopy?

Colposcopy is performed by a gynecologist.


How long to wait before sex after a colposcopy?

There is no set time period after haveing a colposcopy. when you are ready, go for it


What are the chances you can get pregnant after a colposcopy?

I had a colposcopy in July, its now December 1, 2009 and I'm six weeks pregnant.


What ia the difference between colpopexy and colposcopy?

Colpopexy is surgical repair of the vagina. Colposcopy is visualization of the cervix and vagina.


If you have bacterial vaginosis and get a colposcopy can you get PID?

That is not possible to occur.


Where is a Colposcopy done?

This is a procedure that can be done in the doctor's office


Is a colposcopy considered routine after pap smear finds degree of inflammation?

A colposcopy is not a normal test after a single finding of inflammation on a pap smear. Repeated results with inflammation may require colposcopy, as well as many other combinations of findings. Talk with your health care provider for information about your results.


Can pregnant women have a colposcopy?

Women who are pregnant, or who suspect that they are pregnant, must tell their doctor before the procedure begins. Pregnant women can, and should, have a colposcopy if they have an abnormal Pap test.


Is the direct visual exammination of the tissues of the cervix and vagina?

colposcopy


Watch a video of colposcopy procedure being done?

yes


What condition can be diagnosed from a colposcopy?

Abnormal conditions that can be detected using colposcopy and biopsy include precancerous tissue changes (cervical dysplasia), cancer, and cervical warts (human papilloma virus).