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If the pain returns you should reduce what you are doing and allow things to settle down again.
What will happen if I decide not to have the procedure?
Please contact the PEF Team if you would like any further advice on this.
Squeeze this if you need us to stop, come in or if you want to ask a question.
What happens if I want to use my samples?
You should also tell the doctor if you have diabetes, if you have had any problems with blood clotting or you have asthma.
If required, a biopsy will be taken.
If you usually share a bed with someone, you will need to sleep separately for 16 days, longer if they are pregnant.
Consider withdrawing methotrexate if three samples > 10.0 ug/L in a twelve month period.
Both heat and ice can be re-applied after an hour if needed.
If you have any difficulties
If you require a sick note, please ask.
What will happen if I decide not to have the operation?
Refrigerate samples if transport is delayed. Turnaround time Microscopy results on day of receipt Culture results 2 – 3 days
How would I know if I had a molar pregnancy?
If you require hospital transport we are not able to book this for you.
If you experience difficulties
Please let us know on the day of your CEM scan if you are being treated for kidney or breathing problems, myeloma, severe allergies or if you have any
If you have any questions about the treatment or if you need advice, please contact the Colposcopy Helpline.
What if I have further questions?