What to expect after colposcopy?

Immediately after the procedure:

- Mild cramping or discomfort

- Light bleeding or spotting for a few days (usually no more than a period)

- Some discharge (may be watery, bloody, or contain small tissue fragments)

Within a few days or weeks:

- Results of the colposcopy and biopsy, if performed, will be discussed with you by your doctor

Long-term:

- The colposcopy itself does not have long-term complications

- Treatment may be recommended based on the findings of the colposcopy, which can potentially reduce or prevent risk of developing cervical cancer or its precursors