Colposcopy and Cervical Biopsy

Cervical Biopsy and Colposcopy, Cervical Exam

How It Feels

You may feel some discomfort when the vaginal speculum is inserted. You may feel a pinch and have some cramping if a biopsy sample is taken.

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Author:	Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH	Last Updated: December 13, 2007
Medical Review:	Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology
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