After Your Endometrial Ablation

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ENDOMETRIAL ABLATION
This is the destruction or removal of the
endometrium (lining of the uterus).
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THINGS TO DO
1. Follow the pre-operative instructions given
to you.
2. Refrain from drinking/eating anything after
midnight, the night before your procedure.
3. If you take insulin/oral diabetic agents,
discuss with your doctor if they should be
taken the morning of your procedure.
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THINGS TO KNOW
1. The uterus and all other pelvic organs are
preserved, therefore Pap smears are still
required as directed by your physician.
2. There is still a possibility of becoming
pregnant after this procedure. Therefore,
you should discuss with your physician
what contraceptive devices you should use.
3. Vaginal bleeding varies in the immediate
post-operative period. Discharge will
lighten to a brownish-yellow but may
continue for up to a month.
4. The first menstrual period may be
moderate but becoming light in future. The
overall result may not be apparent for at
least 3 months.
5. Take medications as instructed for
abdominal cramps. Do not drink alcohol or
operate machinery if taking pain
medication.
6. Discuss with your doctor when it is
appropriate to resume normal
activity/exercise.
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THINGS TO AVOID
1. Avoid inserting anything inside the vagina
until bleeding stops or as directed by your
physician (including tampons, douching,
and sexual intercourse).
2. Avoid strenuous activity for at least 2-3
days after your procedure.
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THINGS TO REPORT TO YOUR DOCTOR
1. Fever, chills or temperature of 38ºC or
101ºF or more.
2. Heavy bright red bleeding or any abnormal
foul smelling discharge from your vaginal
area.
3. Any increased abdominal discomfort not
relieved by pain medicine.
4. Any bowel or bladder difficulties.
If you experience any of the above, please seek
medical attention or go to the Emergency
Department.
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QUESTIONNAIRE
Please give us the opportunity of improving our
care by answering the questions below, if you
can. However, you are under no obligation to
do so.
1. Did the explanation and the information
provided prepare you for the procedure
Yes □ No □
If no, please tell us how we can improve.
2. Were you comfortable during / after the
procedure
Yes □ No □
PLEASE TEAR OFF THIS SECTION
AND RETURN TO A STAFF MEMBER.
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COMMENTS
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FOLLOW-UP CARE
FOLLOW-UP APPOINTMENT
DATE:
TIME:
TO BE SCHEDULED:
AFTER
YOUR
ENDOMETRIAL ABLATION
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SIGNATURE (optional)
Date
WRH 0966 (REV 05/02)
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