Thursday 20 March 2014

Cryo Services-How Does It Work?

By Luisa Sharpe


Today, there are several methods that can be used to treat tissue that are abnormal or damaged, as well as illnesses. Cryo services forms a part of the many methods that can be used. In this method, the application of low temperature is used to heal a diseased area, minimize pain and swelling and minimize the rate of metabolism.

Abnormal cells that are sometimes found on the cervix can easily be destroyed using a procedure known as cryosurgery. A malignancy or cervical cancer can be the eventual outcome if these cells are not removed in advance. Biopsy samples are usually taken from a small part of the cervix to identify the extent of the disease before the procedure can be recommended by a doctor.

During cryosurgery specialized instrument is inserted into the vagina and placed onto the cervix firmly. The cervix and the abnormal cell are covered completely by the instrument and nitrogen which is in liquid form is released at a very low temperature of 50 degree celsius.

The low temperature functions by killing the abnormal cells, leaving them to get out of the cervix slowly within a period of between two to three weeks. Before the procedure is completed, the cervix is usually exposed to freezing for an additional three minutes. After this, it is allowed to thaw and the whole process is conducted again for three more minutes.

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.

The body system should be left to relax for the rest of the day after cryosurgery is performed. After at least 24 hours from the surgery, regular activities can be resumed as usual. Some women may experience an increase in the amount of vaginal discharge. To avoid any more side effects, no item should be inserted into the vagina until two to three weeks have elapsed.

Such activities include douching, tampon use and sexual intercourse. You should stay away from these activities for at least two to three weeks which is the basic recovery period. Abnormal cell that are located on the cervix and especially on the lower section have been effectively controlled by the use cryosurgery. In at least 85% of cases, the procedure has produced sterling results.

Cryosurgery carries along its own dangers just as any other medical procedure. The dangers associated with the procedure are however very little. It is essential that you are taken through the risks and side effects of the procedure before considering it. Some side effects that may arise after the procedure are like fever, pain, foul smell, a discharge that is yellow in color and vaginal bleeding that is unrelated to the monthly flow. In case of any serious complications that may be of concern, it is highly recommended that you contact the doctor as soon as possible.




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