How long after a colposcopy - Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Message Board

blahblah · 04-09-2008, 06:57 AM

Hi - I've read various information on this and I know my doctor will be the one to tell me but I was just curious what others were told on here.

How long after a colposcopy could you resume using a tampon? I have one friend whose doctor actually inserted a tampon after the procedure to absorb the vinegar solution and or residual blood. I would think they would not normally do that if they ask you not to use tampons for a week or so.

How long after a colposcopy could you resume sexual intercourse? I've again read about one week and others have said you wouldn't want to do it sooner anyway. Once you can have sex again - - does it hurt?

Thanks.

senojylrac · 04-10-2008, 04:30 AM

i had sex with my fiance about a week after and it was painful. felt bruised inside and still does now. i had the procedure about 4 weeks ago too. i wouldnt hav sex for a gd few weeks if u can help it

blahblah · 04-10-2008, 08:28 AM

Thanks - interesting too, guess everyone is different. I asked my friend and she said she was fine a week later and felt no pain during intercourse. They say there are so few nerve endings on the cervix so i wonder why some feel pain and some do not. Maybe it also depends on how much they actually biopsy.

I know I am due for my period 6 days after the procedure so it will be 2 weeks before I could anyway.

Thks again.