What if the doctor sees abnormal cells?
If the doctor sees cells that have turned white after the vinegar solution is applied, the doctor will also do a biopsy. The biopsy will tell if the cells are pre-cancerous or cancerous. How will I feel during the biopsy? You will be awake during the procedure. Some women feel mild to moderate cramping. Unless you have been advised otherwise, you may take Ibuprofen or Tylenol one hour before the colposcopy. What is the biopsy like? An instrument is used to take a small sample of tissue from your cervix in one or more places. You may feel a strong pinch or cramp. This is called a cervical biopsy. The doctor may need to remove some cells from inside of the cervix. You may feel mild to severe cramping if this is needed. Taking ibuprofen or Tylenol before you come may decrease cramping. What will I experience after the Colposcopy and biopsy? You may have some cramping for the rest of the day and notice some spotting. Wear a small pad for the first few days. You may notice some charcoal spe
