Drink plenty of fluids and avoid alcohol while taking medications.
Rest in bed the day of the procedure. You may resume normal activities the following day, but avoid any strenuous activities, exercise or heavy lifting (over 15 pounds) for 2 weeks. ** We can give you an excuse for work or school (including P.E.) **
Do not drive, operate heavy machinery, or make important decisions for 24 hours.
Monitor your temperature for the next week. If it is 101° or higher, contact the clinic.
For the next 2-3 weeks, until after your follow-up exam: - Do NOT immerse yourself in water including tub bathing, hot tubing, swimming, and douching. You may shower at any time. - No sexual contact or intercourse.
Do not use tampons for 6 weeks to avoid the risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome.
You may bleed lightly, heavily or not at all in the next 2 weeks. It is normal to pass small blood clots, no larger than a half-dollar. The color of your discharge may vary between bright red, pink, and dark brown. If you experience heavy bleeding (saturating 2-3 pads in one hour) or pass egg size clots or larger, contact us immediately.
Your menstrual period will return in 4-8 weeks.
If you experience cramping, you may take a non-aspirin product. Ibuprofen works best. Do not use a heating pad on your abdomen.
You need a follow-up exam in two, no more than three weeks, after your surgical procedure. You may schedule with our facility for a follow-up appointment.
Please call our office if you have any questions. Our staff is available to assist you with emergencies after hours by contacting the answering service.
