Biopsy Postoperative Instructions

• DO NOT have intercourse for one (1) week following your biopsy.
• DO NOT douche for one (1) week.  You may shower or bathe daily.
• DO NOT use tampons, Tampax, or any internal feminine products for one (1) week.
• DO continue taking your birth control pills if they have been prescribed for you.
• DO expect some vaginal spotting or discharge with small dark particles.  This is normal.  Lower abdominal cramping is common.  If you have no contraindications to aspirin-type drugs, Ibuprofen (Advil®) 2 tablets every 4-6 hours will help.  Take this medication with food.  If you have bleeding heavier than your normal menstrual cycle, call the office for an appointment.
• DO watch for signs of infection including pelvic pain, foul vaginal discharge, and a temperature elevation consistently over 100 degrees F.  Should you have signs of infection call the office immediately for an appointment. 
• DO keep your next appointment as scheduled, one to two weeks from the time of your biopsy.  Your pathology report should be back to the office by that time.