Is diathermy used in Lletz?

What is loop diathermy excision? A small wire loop is used to remove an area of the cervix containing the abnormal cells. It is most commonly performed using local anaesthetic and the whole procedure takes about 10 minutes. Loop diathermy excision is sometimes referred to as a LLETZ.

What is normal discharge after Lletz?

Straight after treatment, you may have a watery, brown vaginal discharge. About 10 days after treatment, you may notice a coffee granule-like vaginal discharge. This is normal and a sign that the soft scab on your cervix is healing.

What color is discharge after Lletz?

The most common effect is to have a lot of brown watery discharge, which may last for several weeks. Some women experience this for between 2 to 4 weeks, but for some women it is longer and can last up to 6 weeks. Again, this is normal.

How long does it take for cervix to heal after Lletz?

The cervix should heal completely within four to six weeks, but some women make a full recovery as early as three weeks. A vaginal discharge and / or bleeding are usual for some weeks following treatment and are part of the healing process. This should stop or return to ‘normal’ as soon as the cervix is healed.

Is it normal to have a lot of discharge after a LLETZ?

She handed me a large sanitary pad and left me to get dressed. Discharge is normal after Lletz and can vary from light spotting for a few days to a watery substance or a rust-coloured discharge that lasts for a few weeks.

Where to get LLETZ for cervical cell changes?

LLETZ is the most common treatment for cervical cell changes. It uses a thin wire loop with an electrical current to remove the affected area of the cervix. Your appointment will happen in a colposcopy clinic at a hospital.

How does a loop diathermy for cervical screening work?

The abnormal cells are removed using a small loop wire which is heated electrically. The loop seals the area as it goes and the treated areas usually heal within a few weeks.

When to apply shortwave diathermy to a patient?

Do not apply shortwave diathermy if the patient does not understand the potential risks. Do not apply shortwave diathermy if the patient is not able to cooperate with the operator in maintaining the proper position and in reporting the presence of a heating sensation which is the only indication of an adequate or excessive dose.