- Overview
- What is colposcopy?
- Why is a colposcopy performed?
- What happens at the initial visit?
- Is the procedure painful?
- Is colposcopy risky?
- Does this procedure affect having children?
- Why is colposcopy important?
- Will there be bleeding after a colposcopy?
- When should I call my doctor?
- Can I use tampons after the procedure?
Patient Education: Diseases Conditions Treatments & Procedures
Colposcopy
Is the procedure painful?
No, because topical anaesthetic is used at this unit, there is almost no discomfort even if a biopsy is taken. You may feel mild cramps and pinching when the biopsy tissue is removed.
