Can I have a Colposcopy if I have my period?

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Gp doesn't seem to think it will be a problem, but I'm not sure!

I was told not.

Yes you can.

Ooh, conflict :o

The most sensible thing is to phone the hospital where you will be having it, and ask them their policy on the matter.

Yes. My doctor is very keen for me to have it done. She was annoyed that it has been postponed once already!

Agree ring the colposcopy co-ordinator and check with them. If they do go ahead, they may not be able to do any treatment (if needed) but at least can get an assessment done.

The hospital I go to for colposcopy says not. I've had to juggle appointments so many times because of it!

Mine says yes as long as bleed isn't heavy

I rang the hospital. As my doctor was quite keen for me to have the procedure, and it had been postponed once already, the hospital said go. It was fine, and they didn't find anything untoward.

Excellent! Phew.