Two weeks ago I had my first LEEP procedure after being assessed at CIN II- III.
The procedure went as well as could be expected I suppose. Since I was put under general, it took me a day to stay awake, but was back to work the next. I've been dealing the expected effects, discharge, a little bleeding, some very painful cramping.
Maybe it's a change in hormones, but my emotions have been running rampant. My doctor waits three weeks after LEEP to give pathology results along with an examination to see how I am healing. My appointment is next week.
Doing my best not to get ahead of myself with worry. But as we all know, the anxiety and fear that accompany cervical disease treatment and diagnosis are ubiquitous.
Eating right and trying to get as much rest as possible, reducing stress as best I can. But still, in weak moments, the fear creeps upon me. How do you deal with this?
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Post-LEEP Update
- By GormCanor
- Posted September 3, 2008 at 4:58 pm · 4 replies
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- By galileo
- Posted September 3, 2008 at 10:03 pm
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Hi Gorm-
I had my LEEP today for the same as you. I was told I would have results by Friday which seems fast. I tend to get a little pushy with results. If you want them earlier, it can't hurt to call and inquire.
I also get anxious waiting, and since these are our medical records, we are entitled to have access.
If they are unwilling or unable, I would simply reassure myself knowing that 95% of all CIN III is cured with a single LEEP procedure. This is the stat my Dr quoted me today.
I hope you are well.
G.
- By flowershoplady
- Posted September 4, 2008 at 9:50 am
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hello, gormcor. i'm glad that your leep went smoothly and you're recovery is going ok as well. if part of your fear is from the 'not knowing' about your leep pathology results, i would encourage you to get those results prior to your appointment. they're usually available 2 to 3 days after the surgery (outside of the u.s., it takes significantly longer). as galileo posted, most women with dysplasia only need the one leep surgery to remove the dysplasia, and then they're ok, and hopefully you're in that large majority. you will get through this! the fear and anxiety is very normal, and you may want to find ways to calm those, such as with yoga/meditation, or simply deep breathing exercises. let us know how you're doing!
- By mmk1383
- Posted January 5, 2009 at 2:26 pm
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Hello Ladies,
I am scheduled to have the LEEP done next Monday. After keeping check of my HPV for the past 2 years, some how I went from low grade to high grade. I found out I needed to have it done in mid-November, however opted to wait to have it until after the holidays. I am having absolute anxiety about it, and could use some advice on how yours went during and post. My boyfriend is completely understanding about everything, however I'm afraid sex will feel different afterwards. How long did it take everyone to heal?
- By mommyde2
- Posted January 5, 2009 at 9:24 pm
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Oh my gosh...I cannot imagine having to wait 3 weeks. If it really takes that long to receive results where you live that is one thing. But...if the MD just waits that long out of convenience, it seems totally thoughtless. It seems like he/she may not be understanding of the anxiety that waiting can cause in this situation. Wishing you clear margins and peace as you wait.
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