The
“We treat people, not
just problems.”
John L. Pfenninger,
M.D.
Lori Oswald,
P.A.-C.
(989)
631-4545
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INSTRUCTIONS
AFTER CRYOCAUTERY
The
cryocautery procedure (freezing of the surface of the cervix) is designed to
treat changes of the cervix without doing more extensive surgery. Treatment is often necessary to prevent
progression to cancer of the cervix or worsening of the problem. Please note:
1.
The
best time to do the freezing is right after your period. We cannot do it if you are bleeding and we
cannot do it for 5 days before your
period.
2.
A
heavy watery discharge after treatment is normal. Wear pads and change them
frequently. Pads are preferred over
tampons, but sometimes both are necessary for the first 3 to 5
days.
3.
The
watery discharge may be blood tinged for the first few days and may even last
2-3 weeks.
4.
Use
Amino Cerv Creme as directed by the doctor. You should have received a prescription
for this. Bring the cream with you
to the visit. The doctor will
insert the first application in the office. After this, put one full applicator in
the vagina before bedtime each night until the cream is gone (usually 14-15
days).
5.
Swimming,
bathing, and showers are okay.
6.
If
cramping persists, use (3) ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin) up to four times
per day.
7.
If
you develop a fever with pelvic pain, this may mean an infection, so call
me. Also, call our office if the
discharge is still heavy and foul smelling after two weeks and not
improving.
Please:
1. Abstain from sexual intercourse for
at least two weeks. You may resume
other normal activities.
2. Schedule follow-up visits for a
repeat Pap smear and colposcopy according to the guidelines
below:
·
Pap
smear in 4, 8, & 12 months.
·
Colposcopy
in 8 months.
Some
of these visits may be scheduled with your usual doctor, if you
prefer.
3. After you have had 3 normal Pap
smears, you will need a Pap every year for the rest of your
life.