Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => Postmenopause => Topic started by: Tabethalj on August 22, 2024, 05:21:00 PM
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Hi everyone,
I've just had a hysteroscopy and I thought I would post my experience as it's a procedure that many, including me, dread.
Had a 2nd PMB at the end of July. Not taking and never have had HRT.
I had penthrox and a local anaesthetic into the cervix and I felt what I would describe as moderate pain firstly when they injected the anaesthetic into the cervix, for a second or two. I felt nothing when they went into my uterus and then cramping when the water was introduced; again this was moderate and just for a couple of seconds. I felt the biopsy, very bearable and again momentary. All in all, I had a very positive experience and the whole thing lasted less than 5 minutes. The staff, all nurses, at Pinderfields Hospital were absolutely fabulous, reassuring and responsive at all times. The Penthrox really relaxed me, in the same way a few glasses of wine would, and I would highly recommend anyone asking for this. I'm so glad I went to out-patients now and not for a GA.
They found 2 large polyps and have taken a biopsy. When the results of the biopsy are in I will return for the polyps removing and this will be done by the consultant.
I am bleeding after this procedure, I believe that's quite normal and have a few low grade cramps.
I hope someone finds this helpful; I've spent the last couple of weeks working myself up into a frenzy!
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Thanks for sharing your experience . A positive story is always good to hear .
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Thankyou for this post. I am going in 2 weeks after a faile endrometrial biopsy very much appreciate. Is this in uk?
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Yes, at Pinderfields hospital in west yorkshire. If they don't offer pain relief then ask.
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I will do. Think because they said my cervix is tight making me worse thanks though.
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I will do. Think because they said my cervix is tight making me worse thanks though.
They also gave me a local anaesthetic into the cervix and this just felt like a nip, nothing horrendous. She told me when she was going into the uterus and I felt absolutely nothing at all, so the numbing definitely worked. I was shaking by the time I arrived for my appointment after reading some experiences, but I suppose people tend to write about bad experiences more than the good ones. I hope you have a good experience too. x