- 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
Does this procedure affect having children?
No. The biopsy amount taken from your cervix is very small and removing it will not affect your future pregnancies. However, it is important to let your doctor know if you are pregnant now or even if you might be pregnant. This information will change the way the procedure is done.
