Colposcopy United States

Your gynecologist may recommend a Colposcopy if your pelvic exam and Pap Smear Test appear abnormal.

What is Colposcopy?

It’s a simple 10-15 minute procedure that closely examines your cervix, vagina and vulva for signs of disease. It’s painless & performed right here in your gynecologist’s office.

Why it’s done?

Colposcopy can be used to diagnose things such as:

• Cervical cancer
• Vulvar cancer
• Vaginal cancer
• Genital warts
• Inflammation of the cervix and Precancerous changes in the tissue of both the vagina and cervix

During the initial evaluation, a medical history is obtained, including:

• Gravidity (number of prior pregnancies)
• Parity (number of prior deliveries)
• Last menstrual period
• Contraception use
• Prior abnormal pap smear results
• Allergies
• Significant past medical history, other medications
• Prior cervical procedures

In some cases, a pregnancy test may be performed before the procedure. The patient must then sign a consent form.