Colposcopy
Colposcopy is a simple procedure used to look at the cervix, the lower part of the womb at the top of the vagina. It can confirm whether cells in your cervix are abnormal and determine whether you need treatment to remove them. These abnormal cells can go away on their own, but sometimes there's a risk they could eventually turn into cervical cancer if left untreated.
Find out more about colposcopy, what to expect at your appointment, and the results:
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Contact Gynaecology
Phone: 0117 414 6768
Cotswold Ward
Phone: 0117 414 6785
Your colposcopy appointment
This is a general guide to the colposcopy including why you might need one, what happens during your appointment, and what happens afterwards.