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Dilatation and Curettage
WHAT YOU SHOULD
KNOW
During dilatation (dill-uh-TA-shun) and curettage
(CURE-eh-tazh)--also called a D & C--the lining of the
uterus is scraped to remove tissue. The procedure is usually
done to find out the cause of abnormal periods, to end a
pregnancy, or to treat an incomplete abortion or miscarriage.
After a D & C, you may have bleeding from the uterus for a
few days, cramping, and some back or pelvic
pain.
IF YOU'RE HEADING FOR THE
HOSPITAL...
Remember These Pointers After You
Leave
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Do not douche, use tampons, or have sex for 2 weeks
or until your doctor gives you the
okay.
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You may go back to work or resume normal activities
in 2 to 4 days.
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You may begin eating or drinking as soon as you feel
like it.
Call Your Doctor If...
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You have really bad pain that does not go away after
taking medicine.
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You have a temperature greater than 99.6 degrees F
(37.5 degrees C).
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You have heavy vaginal bleeding that gets worse
instead of better.
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You have a vaginal discharge that smells
bad.
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You get signs of infection such as headache, muscle
aches, or dizziness, or you just feel
sick.
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