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Basic Understanding Of Cryo Services

Thursday, March 20, 2014

By Luisa Sharpe


There are quite a number of methods that can be used to treat diseases, abnormal or damaged body tissue. One of these methods is the application of cryo services. This is whereby cold temperature is applied to reduce inflammation and pain, as well as reduce metabolism or completely get rid of the diseased area.

Cryosurgery is described as a procedure that is applied in order to cause the destruction of abnormal cells which are found on the cervix. If not removed, these cells may result in cancer of the cervix. The procedure is often recommended by a medical professional depending on the severity of the condition, based on the biopsy results from tiny sections of the cervix.

An instrument is inserted into the vagina and positioned right against the cervix during the cryosurgery procedure. The abnormal cells on the cervix are covered by the instrument. A flow of liquid nitrogen is then released through it and flows at a low temperature of 122 degrees Fahrenheit.

The abnormal cervical cells are destroyed by the low temperatures and they begin to slowly slough off until around two to three weeks after the procedure. The cervix is usually frozen during the procedure, and takes about three minutes. After the freezing it is left to get thawed and for three more minute, it is frozen again.

You may feel some cramps during the start of the procedure. This is brought about by the direct exposure of the cervix to cold temperature. A compared to the normal menstrual cramps, the pain might get worse a time goes by. However, several hours after the procedure, the cramps will steadily wear off. The cramping is minimized as the end of the procedure nears.

You must ensure that after the procedure, your body will be kept relaxed at least until the day is over. You can resume your normal activities the next day after undergoing the procedure. You may notice a light increase in the amount of discharge, and for you not to worsen the situation, invasive activities should be completely avoided.

The insertions of tampons, sexual intercourse as well as douching are all activities that should be avoided during the two to three week recovery period. Cryosurgery can be considered as a fairly effective procedure that helps in killing and getting rid of the abnormal cervical tissue that is affected by disease especially when they are in the lower region of the cervix. In at least 85% of the cases in which cryosurgery is applied to get rid of the cells, the outcome is successful.

As like any other procedure, cryosurgery has its own risks that are associated to it. However, these risks are very minimal and should be made clear to the patient before and after the procedure. Some of the signs and symptoms that should be taken seriously may include pain, fever, foul odor, yellowish discharge and vaginal bleeding which is not in any way linked to menstrual flow. The doctor should be contacted immediately such signs are noted.




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