Sex after llets

Hi I've had my llets procedure about 2/3 weeks ago, and I've been really stupid and have had sex (yesterday) before the 4 weeks that I was going to wait I'm so annoyed at myself. 

Upon going to the toilet today my vaginal area felt sore so I had a feel to investigate and it's very swollen just inside, do you think that's just due to the early sexual activity? I'm really worried and don't know whether I need to have it checked at the doctor's tomorrow. 

I know it's my own fault but I'm just extremely nervous and anxious now. 

Thankyou 

  • Hello LIRG-168, 

    Unfortunately our nurses won't be online until tomorrow and will respond to you shortly. I think given you are feeling sore and it's very swollen inside, it would be a good idea to have it checked by a doctor tomorrow. If things were to get worse overnight, you can also ring 111 out of hours for medical advice. 

    I hope that you feel better soon and that the soreness subsides. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Hello and thanks for posting

    It's possible that the discomfort and swelling is due to resuming sexual activity early as you are still healing from the Lletz procedure.

    If you feel that the discomfort and swelling is getting worse or if you start to bleed heavily, then do speak to the team that did the Lletz procedure for further advice. If you have difficulty getting through to them then do contact your GP.

    I hope things improve soon. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Celene

  • Thankyou so much for getting back to me.