- 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
Why is colposcopy important?
Colposcopy is important because it can detect cancer of the cervix at an early stage. It's also important to talk with your doctor after the test to be sure that any problems are taken care of right away.
