Cervical Cone Biopsy, Caring for Yourself at Home (Includes LEEP Procedure)

The goal of a cone biopsy is to remove enough cervical tissue (a cone shaped piece) so no abnormal cells are left.  The cone-shaped piece of tissue is then studied in the lab to see if there are pre-cancer or cancer cells.

 

What to expect after the procedure:

• The amount of bleeding varies but should not exceed your normal menstrual flow.  You may notice a temporary increased flow 7 to 10 days after.
• You should use sanitary pads (NO TAMPONS) until you have been rechecked by your doctor.

Restrictions

• Do not douche, or have vaginal intercourse until your doctor tells you.
• Avoid sex for 4 weeks after LEEP (or use condoms) to prevent HPV re-infection.

When to call your doctor

• Vaginal bleeding more than your normal menstrual flow.
• Lower stomach pain that is not relieved by ibuprofen or Tylenol®.
• Fever of 100.4 ^oF or higher.  Take your temperature twice a day for 5 days.
• Any severe cramping with your next menstrual period.
• Any foul smelling odor from the vagina.

Phone Numbers

 

If you have any questions or problems once you are home, please call your doctor or nurse.

 

 

UW Health- Managed OB Clinics
UW Health West OB/GYN Clinic 451 Junction Rd Madison WI 53717 (608) 265-7601	UW Health East OB/GYN Clinic 5249 E Terrace Pkwy Madison WI 53718 (608) 265-1230		UW Health Benign Gynecology Clinic 600 Highland Ave Madison WI 53792 (608) 263-6240	UW Health Gynecology/Oncology Clinic 600 Highland Ave Madison WI 53792 (608) 263-1548
UWMF- Managed OB Clinics
OB/GYN Clinic 20 S. Park, Suite 307 Madison, WI 53715 (608) 287-2830	East Towne 4122 East Towne Blvd. Madison, WI 53704 (608) 242-6840	West Towne 7102 Mineral Point Rd. Madison, WI 53717 (608) 828-7610		Fitchburg 5543 East Cheryl Parkway Fitchburg, WI 53711 (608) 274-5300

 

 

If you live out of the area, please call 1-800-323-8942.

 

 

 

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Last Updated: 11/02/2011

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