The doctor said the results will be back in 3-4 weeks and she thinks it will all be fine now so fingers crossed! 86 in 100 (86%) had fears about cancer, while 14 in 100 (14%) did not, 71 in 100 (71%) had anxiety after treatment, while 29 in 100 (29%) did not, 45 in 100 (45%) had fears about their fertility, while 55 in 100 (55%) did not. This makes sure the electric current in the wire loop doesn’t burn you. We spoke about our cervixes as comfortably and as naturally as if we were discussing TV. If you are trying to become pregnant, the sperm may not be able to get to the womb. When I came back to the front desk with one of the clots as evidence along with a whole bunch of agrovation on my part, she was admitted. The pain varies from person to person, but should not be too severe. It is a treatment to remove cell changes (abnormal cells) in the cervix. You can search for a private counsellor at bacp.co.uk/therapists. There is a small chance you may experience other effects after LLETZ. Ps all this happened at Frankston Hospital in Melbourne Australia. It may help to speak to a trusted person about any loss of confidence – whether that is a partner, family, friends, your GP, or other people who have had LLETZ. www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk, Offers free counselling for people who have experienced sexual violence, sexual assault and sexual abuse across Northern Ireland. Women treated by LLETZ reported bleeding and discharge of significantly longer duration than other women. If you take blood thinning medication or have a condition that affects your blood, it is important to tell your colposcopist before your appointment. You are more likely to develop cervical stenosis if you: You may not have any symptoms of cervical stenosis. Do I need to bring anything to the appointment? question/need help. There are lots of ways they can help, from talking your feelings through, to offering a distraction and positive presence. Side effects of a LLETZ or LEEP. During this time you may experience bleeding, black/brown discharge, pink- yellow discharge. It takes 4 to 6 weeks for your cervix to heal after treatment. It may also be helpful if you are a partner, family member or friend of someone in this situation. This is sometimes called delayed haemorrhaging. If this happens, the passage between the womb and vagina may become partly or fully blocked. You may have bleeding because of the soft scab that forms on the cervix where the cells were removed. You will have LLETZ lying on your back on an examination couch. Come to a support event to meet other people who have had a cervical cancer diagnosis. I had my LLETZ treatment last Wednesday for CIN 3. so it wouldn't be unusual for your period to be heavy, come early or late or be completely all over the place! This was diismissed as a possibility. Your colposcopist will inject a local anaesthetic into your cervix. He did a swab on Friday and low and behold on Monday I call and get told I need to start x3 400mg metronide per day. Remember, your doctor or nurse is there to support you at every stage. If you feel uncomfortable, anxious or distressed at any time before, during, or after an examination, please let your healthcare professionals know. Heavy bleeding and lower back pain swab taken on 20 Jan 17, 23 Jan 17 Infection confirmed and antibiotics. The TOMBOLA Group (2009). The nature of gynaecological and obstetric care means that intimate examinations are often necessary. You will also need to wear a face covering while in the hospital. About 98 in 100 (98%) people will not give birth prematurely because of the treatment. About 67 in 100 (67%) people experience pain after LLETZ. If HPV is not found, you will not need to be screened again for another 3 … About 85 in 100 (85%) people experience bleeding after LLETZ. Your appointment will happen in a colposcopy clinic at a hospital. Hi, I had the Lletz treatment ( colposcopy )done nearly 3 weeks ago, after it i was a bit sore and got the normal discharge the doctor explained. Sunday morning heavy red bleeding. My miscarriage bleeding lasted about 5 days and completely stopped on feb 3. Changes to vaginal discharge can last for about 4 weeks. These services can also signpost to other places that may be able to help. About 15 in 100 (15%) people do not experience bleeding. The duration of pain was similar across management groups. I read that your period after lletz can be heavier due to increased blood flow around that area..i assumr because your cervix is trying to heal. The benefit of LLETZ is that it prevents potential cervical cancer from developing which, in many cases, will outweigh the risks. UK If you and a partner are struggling to reconnect after LLETZ, you may want to consider couples counselling. It may help to get support from an expert organisation, such as the ones we list below: Provides information and support to survivors of sexual violence, sexual assault and sexual abuse across England and Wales. I knew something wasn't right so she said I needed to see a GP who would give antibiotic. Thanks, Hi,sorry to see youre not feeling the best! I'm not sure if it's period blood because I'm on the mini pill so shouldn't be having a period. Until these have stopped, it is best to avoid: Some travel insurance companies will not provide health insurance straight after treatment, so try to wait for about 4 weeks after treatment before going on holiday or flying. If you are worried about anything, talk to them so they can give you the right support and ease any concerns. They may refer you to a specialist in preventing preterm birth. www.bacp.co.uk/about-therapy/how-to-find-a-therapist. Twice what a normal period would be if not more. Can loose sensation after breast reduction be treated ? Thank you to Jo's Trust for partnering with us to develop this information. I called my gynaecologist office (she's away for 2 weeks as is my normal GP waaah) but the nurse said at this stage I should be seeing that light pink watery discharge which I was initially but soon turned to fresh red and clots with excess blood every time I wipe after peeing). Speculums come in different sizes so, if you find the standard size uncomfortable or painful, you can ask for a smaller one. After a LLETZ or LEEP, you may have some vaginal bleeding and cramping. Most LLETZ treatments remove less than 10mm of your cervix. Only my leaflet said to expect a light period of blood in the first 10 days. I am now considered to be 6 weeks, 3 days pregnant. The time span between onset of the next period ranges between 28 to 30 days, and this phase is known as a menstrual cycle. Once your cervix is numb, your colposcopist uses the loop to remove the area of your cervix that has cell changes. I had mine on the 11 Jan and was feeling pretty good for the first few days/ week and then on the Thursday I had bright red fresh blood and was more than my normal period. Straight after treatment, you may have a watery, brown vaginal discharge. About 65 in 100 (65%) people have changes to their vaginal discharge. This feeling should pass within a couple of minutes. Finally we got to see a doctor who was willing to examine her and straight away saw that the scab on the artery on her cervix was bleeding and squirting blood every time her heart beated. next day colposcopy and 2 biopsies taken. Thankfully by this time I had done some reading of websites including this one, which armed me with valuable information. If you experience these effects, or anything we don’t mention in this guide, speak with your doctor or nurse. Available from www.jostrust.org.uk, Public Health England (2020). Im so scared il have another huge bleed. This information is for you if you have been offered or have had LLETZ. To minimise risk of infection after the LLETZ procedure, it is recommended that you avoid swimming, baths, spas, intercourse and tampons for at least 3 – 4 weeks until the cervix is healed. The loop cuts the tissue and then another small instrument is used to seal the cut. After cervical screening (a smear test), you may be invited to a colposcopy appointment. Receive a confidential response from a medical professional. If you feel that expert support would help, you can self-refer or ask your GP to make a referral for NHS counselling. About 85 in 100 (85%) people experience bleeding after LLETZ. At this follow-up appointment, you will have a test of cure. Do not use tampons or menstrual cups that you put into your vagina. However, if they persist, become heavier or have an offensive smell, then women should see their GP as … It is successful in over 9 in 10 (over 90%) of cases, meaning no further treatment is needed. In most cases, this pain lasted for less than 3 months. Our donor was 25 and produced 6 mature eggs. I had LLETZ treatment and barely any bleeding for two weeks after. Do not use tampons or douches. In this case, it is best to speak with your doctor. Will I bleed after LLETZ/LEEP? I had one and it was very useful when I had questions about my recovery although I sometimes had to leave a phone message. Advice following the Lletz Procedure It is advisable to bring someone with you to drive you home following the treatment. After the Cone Biopsy, I probably bled for two weeks all up, but AF returned during that time as well. We understand that for some people, particularly those who may have anxiety or who have experienced trauma, physical abuse or sexual violence, such examinations can be very difficult. The bleeding is usually like a period, but may be slightly heavier than your normal period. It can carry on for up to 4 weeks. Bleeding 3 weeks after miscarriage. Even without the antibiotics on board. If you have any questions about what you can and can’t do after LLETZ, speak with your colposcopist. It is normal to notice a slight burning smell and hear a noise like a soft vacuum cleaner. The local anaesthetic used to numb your cervix helps to stop this, which means you can usually carry on with your normal day-to-day activities, such as going to work or shopping. www.bsccp.org.uk/women, British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), The BACP has a list of registered counsellors, as well as a directory to help you find a counsellor in your area. I'm also looking for advice. In most cases, they had LLETZ for high-grade cell changes – CIN2 or CIN3. 13 Jan 17 no markers - all clear and got all affected area. You may have: light bleeding for days or weeks; watery vaginal discharge Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust has spoken with women and people with a cervix who have had treatment for cervical cell changes to understand their experiences. This information is based on literature searches and expert review. Some pelvic pain is expected for a couple of days after LLETZ, but you may have pain for longer. Today feeling very faint and dizzy and still heavily bleeding. If you are asked to make a choice, you may have lots of questions that you want to ask. You may have strong feelings about what LLETZ means for your physical wellbeing and future. Use a pad for bleeding. If you have a holiday planned, you can discuss dates for treatment with your colposcopist. If you find this difficult to talk about, you may communicate your feelings in writing. Fewer than 10 in 100 (10%) people will have cell changes again. In some cases, the bleeding lasted for: It is important to see your GP if you have any symptoms such as pain or bleeding. I shudder to think what would have happened if my wife hadn’t gone to hospital and didn’t have me there to fight for her wellbeing. Have a question? In the women and people with a cervix that Jo's Trust spoke with, pelvic pain lasted for: If you experience lasting pelvic pain, it is important to speak with a doctor. Important! You may have some physical effects after LLETZ (see below for further information). Bleeding after hysterectomy can be normal, but if you have too much bleeding, new bleeding, or heavy bleeding, it could mean there is a problem. Some pain is expected for between 2 days to up to 4 weeks after treatment. ... Hi, I had the Lletz treatment ( colposcopy )done nearly 3 weeks ago, after it i was a bit sore and got the normal discharge the doctor explained. You will not usually have any bleeding immediately after a loop biopsy of the cervix. You might like to ask some of the following questions: LLETZ is the most common treatment for cervical cell changes. About 33 in 100 (33%) people had pain during or after sex, while 67 in 100 (67%) did not. You may also want to talk over your options with your family or friends. LLETZ treatment is generally very safe but as with all surgery there can be complications: Up to 50% of women will experience 10 days of bleeding and discharge which may be moderate to heavy Many experience pain for a day or two afterwards Important! You should expect to have some vaginal bleeding or discharge for some days after the treatment. You may have some light bleeding or spotting for as long as two weeks. This should not be painful, but you may feel some pressure. These differences may be because of physical changes, emotional changes, or both. At the ER they did a chemical cauterization - but I'm not sure which solution it was. Talk to your GP if your vaginal discharge smells bad, or is a yellow or green colour. You can also make an appointment privately, for a cost. Or, if you have another doctor you know and trust, ask to talk with them about any worries. In the women and other people with a cervix that Jo's Trust spoke with, about 46 in 100 (46%) had changes to how they feel, while 54 in 100 (56%) did not. A vaginal discharge and / or bleeding are usual for some weeks following treatment and are part of the healing process. It is usually done in an outpatient clinic in a hospital, using a local anaesthetic. You can submit your question confidentially to their panel of experts at jostrust.org.uk/ask-expert and get a tailored reply. Will I be able to get home by myself after treatment? I had a miscarriage 3 weeks ago (I was 6 weeks pregnant ). I have had some very light discharge everyday since but no bleeding yet, but I've heard it can start a few days after so I'm just waiting for it to start really! We normally say no tampons and no sex until the bleeding has completely settled down. This should stop or return to ‘normal’ as soon as the cervix is healed. It is important to remember that everyone heals at a different pace and will have a different experience after LLETZ. What are the complications? This is called cervical stenosis. You usually have a local anaesthetic for LLETZ. Went to GP who said infections are rare (bs from all of the copious amount of ladies who said they had an infection post Lletz). If you would prefer this, talk to your colposcopist about the risks and benefits before your appointment. 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