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Is Intercourse Safe After A LEEP Procedure?

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Posted on Wed, 11 Oct 2017
Question: I had an exam after leep procedure at 3 and a half weeks after results no dysplasia. The NP said i was healing where i should be at this point dhe wasnt sure if i could have sex. I am not having any discharge. How do i know when it is safe im sfraid of havi g pain or getti g an infection.
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Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Wait for 3 weeks more.

Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am,
Thanks for trusting us with your healthcare.

I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.

Usually, after the leep procedures, we suggest no sex at least for 6 weeks, so in your case, you should wait for 3 more weeks.

And as you are not having any discharge, you should not afraid of pain and infection.

Hope you found this useful, feel free to ask more information.

Good luck.
Regards

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Is Intercourse Safe After A LEEP Procedure?

Brief Answer: Wait for 3 weeks more. Detailed Answer: Hello ma'am, Thanks for trusting us with your healthcare. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. Usually, after the leep procedures, we suggest no sex at least for 6 weeks, so in your case, you should wait for 3 more weeks. And as you are not having any discharge, you should not afraid of pain and infection. Hope you found this useful, feel free to ask more information. Good luck. Regards