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Medical Conditions - Dilatation And Curettage

For heavy menstrual bleeding or to clear the uterus after abortion or miscarriage, your doctor might perform a procedure called dilatation and curettage (D and C). Here, the cervix is dilated, and the uterine lining and tissue are scrapped using a curette and suction.

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Should I complete the full course of Duoluton-L after a D&C?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Actually after any abortion, the patient might experience some spotting for a few weeks as well as an irregular cycle.

Can period-like cramps, and brown spotting occur even after undergoing dilation and curettage procedure?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. According to your description, there could be retained products of conception.

Does dilation and curettage cause any problem to the uterus or difficulty in conceiving naturally in the future?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.

What are the treatment options for RPOC: D&C or wait?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the reports attached.

Can I be pregnant if I missed my period after D and C?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. After a D and C (dilation and curettage), your period usually returns within four to six weeks.

Can polyp cyst in the right ovary, if not removed, turn cancerous?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Actually, polyps and cysts are different things. The cyst will not convert into any concern or abnormal growth.

I masturbated soon after D&C. Did I hurt my healing?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.How are you doing? Just relax; you are absolutely fine.Let me give you a few facts. Just look up the image of the uterus. D&C is done on the interior of the uterus.

I was scheduled for a hysteroscopy with D and C. Is it safe?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern.

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