What is a Vulvoscopy procedure?
Vulvoscopy is an examination of the vulval skin surface at the perineum, labia and vaginal opening using a specially designed microscope (colposcope). A weak solution of Acetic Acid (vinegar) is applied on the vulva which turns abnormal cells white compared to the normal cells.
Is a Vulvoscopy the same as a colposcopy?
Colposcopy is a special procedure to carefully examine the cervix (neck of the womb) or vagina for abnormal cells. Vulvoscopy is a special procedure to examine the vulva (skin around the vagina and anus) for abnormal cells.
What’s a colposcopy procedure?
Colposcopy (kol-POS-kuh-pee) is a procedure to closely examine your cervix, vagina and vulva for signs of disease. During colposcopy, your doctor uses a special instrument called a colposcope. Your doctor may recommend colposcopy if your Pap test result is abnormal.
How long does it take to recover from a vulvar biopsy?
Healing duration: After a vulvar biopsy, healing usually generally occurs in five to seven days, but it may take longer depending on the depth of deficit. Time taken for healing of the area depends on the care taken after the procedure, size of the incision, location of biopsy, and type of biopsy.
Does a Vulvoscopy hurt?
A vulvoscopy is an examination of the vulval skin using a telescope. It is performed for the investigation of vulval itching or pain or irritation and to rule out pre-cancer of the vulva. The examination does not hurt but the application of the stain may cause a stinging sensation.
Can you exercise after vulvar biopsy?
It is advisable to avoid sexual intercourse until the stitch has dissolved and the area has healed. We advise that you avoid strenuous exercise for 1-2 days after the procedure, as this may cause the wound to start bleeding. Avoid swimming until the stitch has dissolved and the area has healed.
How long does a Vulvoscopy take?
The procedure takes about 20-30 minutes.
Do vulvar biopsies hurt?
A nurse will inject some local anaesthetic into your skin. This will sting briefly but quickly makes the area go numb. This means that you should not feel any pain or discomfort during the procedure. Once the area is numb, the nurse will take a very small biopsy using a special biopsy tool.
Can you put Vaseline on vulvar biopsy?
How do I care for the biopsy site? Keep the site clean and dry. Cover it with plain white petrolatum (Vaseline®) or zinc oxide ointment.
Can you swim after a vulvar biopsy?
What is a vulvoscopy (colopscope)?
A Vulvoscopy is the examination of the vulva area using a microscope called a Colopscope. The vulva area consists of the labia (the two pairs of skin folds outside the female genitals) and the clitoris. Why do I need a Vulvoscopy?
What is the procedure involved in a vulval biopsy?
What does the procedure involves? A microscope called a Colposcope is used to look at the vulval area (this doesn’t touch or enter your body). A Colposcope looks like a pair of binoculars on a stand with a light source.
What microscope is used to look at the vulva?
A microscope called a Colposcope is used to look at the vulval area (this doesn’t touch or enter your body).A Colposcope looks like a pair of binoculars on a stand with a light source. You will be asked to remove your lower garments and lie on a special type of examination couch with padded supports on which to rest your legs.
What is colposcopy and how does it work?
Colposcopy involves putting some watered-down vinegar on the area to be examined, and then using a colposcope, which is a specialised microscope, to look for whitish changes on the area indicating abnormal cells.
