I had a LEEP to remove CIN2,3. I am 61 years old and the diagnosis info was the worst of the ordeal. Shocking. For all you ladies facing cervical biopsy and LEEP don't let the horrible stories get to you. The LEEp took 12 minutes. I felt nothing, and the lidocaine that numbed my cervix took 2 seconds for each injection. It's NOTHING. Stop reading horror. Most of us have done worse to ourselves in the kitchen. Get a grip. It is not torture, it is not painful. Sure sone people have different pain levels. Whatever. These procedures sound bad but when out into practice are reasonable. Think "uncomfortable" and use your coping skills. I hate needles. I HATE going to the gyno. I HATE the speculum. I'd rather get a root canal. But in all honesty the Colposcopy, biopsy and LEEP are quick, and you're having lunch in a heartbeat. I figure it's all better than cervical cancer.
I had the LEEP done Wednesday Oct 18 under general anesthesia. I was carcinoma in situ and have literally been losing my sh*t for 5 months since they discovered this when I lost the strings to my IUD - which lead to a hysteroscopy to remove the IUD (also highly traumatic), then a pap before the new IUD which popped positive for the pre-cancer. Fun. Not what I signed up for. The biopsies were so much worse though because they kept cutting and pinching and twisting pieces of my cervix; I wish they would've just gone straight to the LEEP. I don't like needles, doctors, or hospitals or anyone going anywhere near my ladybits so I basically have to be sedated whenever possible - I say "don't like," but I really mean I am a 32-year old who turns into a 6-year old having an epic anxiety meltdown. I'm still highly traumatized from the whole thing. I now have the disgusting tan tissue paper discharge that they did not warn me about after the biopsies, but I expected it this time. I want to reach in there and pull it out - and I've actually already done that a few times - I'd like to reach in further and pull as much of that nasty stuff out as possible but I'm a little scared to do that since I don't know what the... terrain(?) is like up there now and what kind of condition it's in. I'm on broad spectrum antibiotics all the time (for other health reasons - thank you, hereditary roseacea, adult acne, and seborrheic dermatitis) so infection is not really a concern. Each day, I'm feeling better, but I still get dizzy and nausea spells and get tired very easily. It seems to be mostly at night when I'm trying to sleep do the worst cramps set in.
I wish they'd just take all of it out - give me a full hysterectomy, since apparently all those parts do is get cancers.
I wish they'd just take all of it out - give me a full hysterectomy, since apparently all those parts do is get cancers.
I want a hysterectomy too, I'm 32 and don't want kids. I have a feeling it has something to do with not being "medically necessary" for someone still of "potential child-bearing age" and how different state laws treat that as far as "elective surgeries" go. Frankly, even if the insurance wouldn't pay for it, I would pay out of pocket gladly for it to be the end of all my womanly troubles.
This was so reassuring as I head into my procedure today. Thank you for taking the time to write this and help ease my fear. God Bless you, I hope you are well today. BD- in NJ
I could NOT agree with you more. GYN and mental health are both far behind. I even had a neurologist tell me that once (about mental health/the mind), which was extremely defeating. It's like this generation is screwed. It's ironic we spend so much money on heart disease, cancer, etc. but we discredit GYN related things (even if it has to do with cancer!) I decided not to be put out, because the doctor (who, like every other GYN I have experienced has NO bedside manner) made it seem almost abnormal to have anesthesia administered. She said "almost all women have it done here with numbing." They also said it does not hurt much and I can go back to work the next day. I work with unpredictable kids with disabilities (violent, severe behavioral issues, etc.) so I'm obviously concerned about going to work the next day! I love my students, but sometime they hug me too hard for instance and even that sounds painful with major cramping discomfort. It's still not a great time to be a woman. I can bet you a
million dollars that if men had to get testicular/penis/prostrate procedures such as this, being awake would not even be an option. Amen.
million dollars that if men had to get testicular/penis/prostrate procedures such as this, being awake would not even be an option. Amen.
I had mine done today at 8am, home by 930, and was out for lunch with a friend at noon. No pain, no cramps and minimal discharge. Needle to freeze was the worst, and she touched an unfrozen part at the end when she was cauterizing the wound. I yelled and jumped, she suggested we take a break and I just said keep going. Different for everyone, I suppose, and she did say day 10 is the key date as that is when the 'scab' should be falling off so to take it easy. 10 days spotting free and I can go back to regular things plus, sex, tampons etc.
Thank you for posting this. I've been sobbing all night since I got home. I am afraid of the pain but more so the fear of reacting to the injections. I have had allergic reactions to dozens of medications and although I have told my doctor of my allergies I come up with new ones often. I have two beautiful daughters so I have a lot to live for. I'm trying to think of this as a good thing for my body but that's hard. I feel very alone in all of this. My partner does not understand and he doesn't know what to do to help.
Thank you for your in put I feel better now
I had a LEEP this morning. I got three lidocaine injections. They were SO painful. But immediately afterwards, I was absolutely numb. Everywhere. I asked my doctor what she had given me. I could taste the medicine, my ears buzzed. I felt SO HIGH. But, there was NO pain after the injections.
Hi I'm getting ready to have my 1st keep procedure I do t do well with pain so I'm super nervous and so.e of these stories are really scary.. do they give you pain medicine afterwards how long did it take for u to get results back
All the mixed stories are true. By biopsy was manageable, yesterday, the LEEP was just insane. I nearly passed out and felt everything, because I was shaking like a leaf from pain the procedure took even longer, like 30 min on the table. Afterwards I shook for 30 min. I received no pain meds, nothing. I got home took aspirin and 3 shots of whiskey. That worked. Today no pain, just bloated and uncomfortable. But I also have had no discharge today, thinking that is weird too. I really feel like the pain shots just didn't work for me, I don't think it was the Dr's fault but since she started she had to finish. If I have to repeat, definitely getting my ass knocked out. Having 2 children was easy compared to that.
that coffee ash looking junk in excess blood that's been covered in this brown paste to stop the bleeding when you have a colposcopy or a LEEP procedure done; freaked me out the first time too
I had mine this morning. I had it with iv sedation. I had myself so worked up for no reason. I feel fine no pain, So glad I finally got this over with!
I had my LEEP first this morning and I had the exam same thing! Buzzing in my ears and felt like the world was closing in on me. My doctor said it was either the Ativan or the shot. I hope I never have to have this again because that was freaky.
Honestly besides that the rest of the procedure was totally fine and I had no pain. The needle stings a little. I have a high pain tolerance. I’ve been resting at home today no bleeding yet. We will see what happens.
Honestly besides that the rest of the procedure was totally fine and I had no pain. The needle stings a little. I have a high pain tolerance. I’ve been resting at home today no bleeding yet. We will see what happens.
Thank God for your message...Having to wait almost a month is agonizing... less so having read your positive message! I love you for it...Thank you.