POST-OP INSTRUCTIONS

• Arrange for transportation following the procedure. You may resume driving the day after your procedure.
• Do not drive, operate potentially dangerous machinery, sign legal documents or make critical decisions the day of the procedure. You may do some light activities 24-48 hours after the procedure. Exercise is permitted after 48 hours.
• A heating pad placed on your lower abdomen can help to reduce cramping.
• Consult your physician about medication to help reduce cramping.
• You may shower but refrain from swimming and tub baths for 7 days.
• Do not put anything in the vagina for 2 weeks, including tampons and intercourse.
• You may eat as tolerated and increase your fluid intake for the next 48 hours.
• Call your doctor if you experience any of the following:
• Increased abnormal discharge
• Increased post-procedural pain
• Increased bleeding
• Fever above 100.4°F