Why does my vagina smell after my biopsy?

Why does my vagina smell after my biopsy?

Infection: Infections usually will take 1-3 days after your biopsy to develop. Infection may show up as a thick cloudy vaginal discharge that will often have a bad odor. Furthermore, pain in the vagina or the low pelvic area may signify infection, as may fever or chills.

Is it normal to smell after a cervical biopsy?

It is normal for a patient to have acidic/sour odor for a few days after the procedure. They may have the discharge for up to 2 weeks. But, if the discharge has a smelly or fishy odor, you probably have an infection and need to see the doctor to be treated for the same.

How long does discharge last after cone biopsy?

The first 4 days after your procedure, you may have vaginal discharge that looks like menstrual bleeding. The amount varies for everyone. Over the next 2 to 3 weeks after your procedure, your vaginal discharge will become clear and watery and then will stop.

How long does discharge last after biopsy?

you may have a brownish vaginal discharge, or light bleeding if you had a biopsy – this is normal and should stop after 3 to 5 days.

How do you treat an infection after a biopsy?

Put Aquaphor® or Vaseline® ointment (from new tube) on the area 45 times a day. You want to make sure the site is always moist. If you see that the area is dry, apply the ointment.

How long does discharge last after cervical biopsy?

Some vaginal bleeding or discharge is normal for up to a week after a biopsy. The discharge may be dark-coloured if a solution was put on your cervix. You can use a sanitary pad for the bleeding. It may take a week or two for you to get the test results.

Can you get an infection from an endometrial biopsy?

While an endometrial biopsy is safe, there is a chance of bleeding and infection. The wall of your uterus could also get nicked by the tools used during the biopsy, but this is very rare.

Is it normal to have discharge after cervical biopsy?

Is it normal to have tissue discharge after a biopsy?

You may have a little dark-colored, sandy discharge from the vagina for a few days after the procedure. If you had a biopsy, you may have light bleeding or spotting for up to a week. You may notice a thick black discharge after a biopsy, caused by the paste put on the biopsied area.

What are the side effects of a cone biopsy?

Common side effects may include: mild menstrual-like cramps. some bleeding from the vagina during the first week. spotting (small amounts of blood) or dark brown discharge from the vagina during the next 3 weeks.

Can you get an infection from a biopsy?

Infection. Sometimes the biopsy site can become infected. Talk to your healthcare provider if you notice any redness, swelling, or drainage at the biopsy site, or if you develop a fever after the biopsy. These symptoms can be signs of infection.