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My first colposcopy

Hannah22
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So I got my results back from the smear and they back abnormal. So after a week or so I got my appointment. 

The nurse asked if I was on holiday in the coming weeks, which I am. So she suggested that I wait to get treatment when I’m back as she’s didn’t want to ruin my holiday. I had my biopsy where I had to cough when she took some tissue. Now I know that it’s normal to light bleed for a couple of days after.. but I’m concerned as there is little dark dots when I wipe. Is this “normal”

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    Hello Hannah22, 

    I think for peace of mind, especially if you are going on holiday soon, it might be worth mentioning these little dark dots to your GP just to check that this is to be expected after your colposcopy. 

    We have some information on what to expect after the colposcopy procedure here. If you have any questions about it, you can contact our cancer nurses on freephone 0808 800 4040. The lines are open from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

    I hope you will also hear from some of our members who have had a similar experience before. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

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