Colposcopy of the uterus + real video and step-by-step explanations

**Cervical pain and colposcopy** Cervical ulcer is one of the common problems at different ages that may happen for different reasons. Uterine infections as well as HPV are two examples of problems that cause inflammation and sores in the cervix. Cervical ulcers can cause bleeding after sex and pain in the abdomen. Also, people who face this problem may also have frequent urination. In order to prevent cervical cancer, if you are diagnosed with a cervical ulcer and according to the doctor's opinion, you should do colposcopy. This diagnostic method can remove irritated and scarred tissues in the cervix and detect the presence or absence of HPV. Therefore, usually, to protect the safety of dear women, gynecologists recommend that if there is a cervical ulcer and other symptoms of HPV, they must do a colposcopy test.

**What is colposcopy biopsy?** Many diseases caused in the uterine tissue cannot be diagnosed with normal tests. One of these diseases is the growth of cancer cells, which unfortunately can cause worrying problems. Therefore, early detection of cancer cells in the cervix is ​​very important. With methods such as pap smear, it is possible to detect suspected cancer cells in the cervix. But for a definitive diagnosis, you should take the help of tests that can remove the tissue of the cervix and examine it. **Colposcopy** Biopsy is a test that, in addition to sending a lens into the uterine tissue and magnifying the tissue to investigate existing problems, also removes a part of the uterine tissue. In fact, a biopsy or sampling is a process called the removal of suspected cancer cells. In this method, only suspicious cells are removed with special tools and sent for testing. This test does not cause any pain or discomfort. So you can do this diagnostic test without worry.

**Best time to do colposcopy** The best time to perform a colposcopy test is when a person is not menstruating or has very light bleeding (as much as spotting), because heavy bleeding is not the right time to perform a colposcopy.

**Colposcopy of genital warts** Genital warts, which are caused by a low-risk type of infection called human papillomavirus (HPV), can cause many problems for patients. Genital warts can usually be detected through the external genitalia, vagina or cervix. Therefore, a test performed to examine the cervix can help diagnose genital warts. Colposcopy detects genital warts by examining single or multiple lesions in the cervix. The color of genital warts is usually bright white and their surface is irregular. Therefore, it is easy to detect genital warts by sending a light microscope to the cervix and vagina.

**Does colposcopy hurt?** No, because the colposcope has no contact with your body at all. Maybe when a metal speculum is placed in your vagina to keep it open or the doctor uses a solution to better see the cells, you may feel some burning sensation, but this pain is completely minor and bearable. But if the cells are abnormal, a sample of the cervical tissue may be needed, at which time you may feel a little pain, but usually it is not painful. Eventually, you may feel some pressure or cramping.

**Interpretation of colposcopy results** The interpretation of the results of the **colposcopy** test must be done by a specialist doctor. It has been seen that some people seek non-expert interpretation of this test due to their concerns. But this is completely wrong and you should definitely see a doctor after receiving the test results. Fortunately, 4 out of 10 cervical tests have normal results. Therefore, you can be optimistic about the result of your test and avoid worrying. On the other hand, doing this test does not necessarily mean that you have an acute and worrying physical condition. Therefore, just leave the interpretation of the test to the doctor, and if you diagnose a particular problem or disease, keep calm and think about the treatment. If you have had a biopsy done, the test results will be presented to you in special terms that only doctors can understand. However, in the following, we refer to the results that you may see in the answer to your own test and their meanings. ### **CIN1** If the result of the biopsy test shows this statement, your disease is probably of low risk and there is no need for immediate treatment. ### **CIN2** If you see this phrase, you should know that the risk of your disease is moderate. This group of patients usually have to perform **colposcopy** again. If the diagnosis is confirmed, it is recommended to remove the cancer cells. ### **CIN3** If this expression is seen in the result of your test, there is a high probability that there were abnormal cells in your cervix. Removal of abnormal cells in the cervix is ​​recommended.

**The best doctor for colposcopy** To perform a **colposcopy** test, you must visit a specialist doctor to carry out the process of this test professionally. Dr. Zalali, a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, with several years of experience in the field of gynecological diseases, allows you to perform this test with the best equipment. Dr. Zalali is certified to perform basic colposcopy. So you can use their services with peace of mind. Dr. Zalali provides services related to women's diagnostic tests in Tehran and Andimshek, Khuzestan. If you need an appointment for an examination or special tests, you can call 09126176917 to make an appointment in Tehran and 06142628535 to make an appointment in Andimeshk.

**Preparations before colposcopy** - Tell your doctor if you are allergic to latex or a certain medicine. - Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant, colposcopy may increase the chance of miscarriage. - The best time to perform uterine colposcopy is one week after the period. - If you have acute pelvic inflammatory diseases or inflammation and infection in the cervix, you should inform your doctor. - If colposcopy is performed under anesthesia, you must fast 8 hours before the surgery. - Inform your doctor about any medication or dietary supplement you are taking. - Stop taking aspirin or other drugs that affect blood clotting. - Avoid tampons, ointments, vaginal drugs, vaginal douching and sexual intercourse 24 hours before uterine colposcopy. - If you have anxiety, you can use anti-anxiety drugs half an hour before colposcopy.

**Steps of uterine colposcopy** Empty your bladder before entering the operating room. You have to take off all your clothes and put on the special clothes you are given. Lie on the operating table with your legs as you would for a pelvic exam. The doctor first places a device called a speculum in your vagina to open the walls of the vagina and identify the cervix. The colposcope, which is a long tube with a camera on its head, enters the uterus through the vagina. Sometimes the cervix may be washed with acetic acid solution to see the abnormal tissues more clearly. At this time, you may have a slight burning sensation. According to the observations, some of the uterine tissue may be removed for sampling, this operation is known as uterine biopsy. During the biopsy, the doctor uses an anesthetic, but you may feel some muscle cramping or burning sensation. The prepared samples will be transferred to the histological laboratory. After the biopsy, a pressure dressing or topical paste may be applied to the site to stop bleeding at the biopsy site. After performing the biopsy and observing the uterine tissue, the colposcopy is finished and you are transferred to the recovery room.

**The role of colposcopy in the prevention of cervical ulcer**

**Dangers of uterine colposcopy** Colposcopy is a minimally invasive procedure that carries few risks, but sometimes it may lead to complications such as: Bleeding and spotting Dark discharge Muscle pain and cramps When you have symptoms such as heavy bleeding, foul-smelling discharge, severe pain in the pelvic area, and fever and chills, it is necessary to see a gynecologist immediately.

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