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Hysteroscopy, Diagnostic for Infertility

Home Care and Complications

What happens later at home?

After the procedure, the woman may have the following symptoms:

menstrual-like cramping

problems urinating

watery vaginal discharge lasting from 1 to 4 weeks

What are the potential complications after the procedure?

Hysteroscopy is considered a "minor" procedure. However, complications may occur. These include:

problems related to the pain medicine. These may involve reaction to the medication or trouble breathing.

pain during the procedure. This can be caused by the use of too little pain medicine.

puncture of the uterus.

infection of the cervix, uterus or fallopian tubes.

vaginal bleeding. This can be due to leakage from blood vessels in the uterus or tears in the cervix caused by the surgery tools.

injury to the bowel or bladder if the uterus is punctured.

Most women, however, have no complications from this procedure.

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