Micheybell
08-01-2003, 09:33 AM
A few questions:
Has anyone had a successful pregnancy after a LEEP?
I conceived twice after my LEEP (which was 6 yrs. ago) I unfortunately miscarried both in the first trimester. I'm just trying to see if the LEEP was the cause although I highly doubt it.
Also has anyone who's had a LEEP experienced similar miscarriages like mine?
Any info. would be greatly appreciated.
lilsis2
08-01-2003, 10:26 AM
Maybe I can help you on this topic.
My understanding is that the LEEP scars your cervix. The more LEEPs you have, the more scarring you have. Since you only had one, and so long ago, I would think that the cells would be fine by now. I believe that the scarring makes is more difficult to get pregnant.
I believe that the leep thins the cervix which can cause problems with delivering the baby. Maybe it can cause problems with a developing fetus as well. I don't know if your cervix undergoes any changes during pregnancy.
Your doctor should know the answer to this, but maybe you can find a physician on line or get a second opinion evaluation to answer your question.
It seems that not may doctors really know the overall consequences of the LEEP/CONE procedures, since there seems to be a general consensus that "you'll be fine", and "of course you will get pregnant", "this will solve the problem, and you won't have it again".
Maybe speaking with an OB/GYN in your area with 5 -7 years out of college can help. I think these older physicians don't really understand HPV and the cervical cancer link enough to advise.