post LEEP - Cancer: Cervical & Ovarian Message Board

gidgetdancer1 · 11-17-2004, 10:54 AM

I recently had a LEEP procedure for severe dysplasia about a week and a half ago...actually on the 8th. I think I may have made a mistake in scheduling my appointment. I scheduled it 2 days before my period. The issue I am concerned about is that I am still bleeding and wondering if it is normal. I am curious if having my period immediately after the procedure could be bad for me. I had a lot of pain during my period and think it may have been too much stress on my cervix and fear I may have an infection although I have no bad odor. Also I have stuff that looks like coffee grounds coming out with the blood. Does anyone know if this is normal?

KimRick · 11-17-2004, 11:15 AM

That's normal. I bled for 6 weeks and had my period on top of that. Did your dr give you a rx for the pain? The pain your feeling is from BOTH the LEEP and your period.

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Originally Posted by gidgetdancer1

I recently had a LEEP procedure for severe dysplasia about a week and a half ago...actually on the 8th. I think I may have made a mistake in scheduling my appointment. I scheduled it 2 days before my period. The issue I am concerned about is that I am still bleeding and wondering if it is normal. I am curious if having my period immediately after the procedure could be bad for me. I had a lot of pain during my period and think it may have been too much stress on my cervix and fear I may have an infection although I have no bad odor. Also I have stuff that looks like coffee grounds coming out with the blood. Does anyone know if this is normal?

gidgetdancer1 · 11-17-2004, 11:36 AM

No I did not get an Rx for the pain...I hsould of my bf even told me too...but then when i was at the appt...the nurse told me I would not have any pain. Is the coffee ground thing normal?

KimRick · 11-17-2004, 11:53 AM

I got Darvocet for the pain. At first, I was like "is this dr crazy?!" I had no pain, no blood - NOTHING! Then, exactly one week to the day, my stomach cramped soooo bad, it actually felt like I was being stabbed repeatedly and then the pain and blood started & lasted for about 6 weeks. I actually was really relieved that I didn't throw away my rx. I believe the "coffee grounds" that you're seeing is just tissue mixed with blood. If you still fell that something may be wrong, call your dr and schedule an appt.

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Originally Posted by gidgetdancer1

No I did not get an Rx for the pain...I hsould of my bf even told me too...but then when i was at the appt...the nurse told me I would not have any pain. Is the coffee ground thing normal?

gidgetdancer1 · 11-17-2004, 12:21 PM

Thanks. I just recieved a phone call saying that my margins are clear...yay! My actual doctor is going to call me today still so I can ask her these questions.