Will colposcopy hurt?

For married women, when going to the hospital for a gynecological examination, there is one examination that is inevitable, and that is a colposcopy. Some people may feel particularly embarrassed when doing a colposcopy for the first time, and they may worry about pain. In fact, colposcopy generally does not cause excessive pain. Of course, it also depends on the doctor's technique. We should choose a doctor we trust. So, will a colposcopy be painful?

1. What can a female colposcopy detect?

Colposcopy is a special examination for clinical diagnosis of women with positive cervical cancer screening results. Its purpose is to detect precancerous lesions or invasive cancer of the cervix as early as possible, that is, ≥CIN2 and/or AIS.

A colposcope can magnify the observed image by 10 to 60 times and detect tiny lesions that cannot be seen by the naked eye. With this magnification effect, doctors can clearly see the extremely tiny lesions on the cervical and genital epidermis, which helps improve the accuracy of judging lesions of the cervix, genitals, etc., provides a basis for early diagnosis of the disease, enables patients to receive effective treatment in advance, and greatly improves the cure rate of the disease.

2. Is colposcopy painful for women?

When women undergo a colposcopy, they only need to use a speculum to expose the vagina, cervix, and genitals. About 20 cm away from the vaginal opening or genitals, aim the colposcope lens at the epidermal tissue on the cervix or genitals, adjust the focus, and observe the enlarged image of the cervix or genital epidermis through the computer screen. The computer can store and play back these images, making it easier to follow up and observe the treatment effects. The patient felt no pain during the examination.

3. What can female colposcopy detect?

Therefore, the colposcope has been widely used in the examination of vaginal, cervical diseases, and genital lesions. It is known as the doctor's sharp eyes and is deeply loved and widely used by patients and doctors.

When should a colposcopy be performed?

1. The best time for colposcopy is within 7-10 days after the end of menstruation.

2. If necessary, colposcopy can be performed at any time during the menstrual period, but should not be performed during the period of maximum menstrual bleeding.

3. Before colposcopy, the examinee should refrain from vaginal intercourse, douching, or medication for at least 24 hours.