Basic Understanding Of Cryo Services

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.

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.

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 pains in the lower part of the abdomen during the initial process as a result of the cervix being exposed to subnormal temperatures. The pain may be felt worse than the pain experienced during menstruation. However, the pain will soon disappear after a few hours following the procedure. As the procedure nears its completion, the pain will slowly reduce as the cervix adjusts to the subnormal temperature.

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 is associated with some risks, just like many other procedures similar to it. The risks are however minimal and the patient should be prepared for any such eventualities. This will help in fully preparing the patient psychologically on what to expect after the procedure. Pain, fever, yellow discharge and vaginal bleeding that is not related to menstruation, are some of these signs. These should be reported to the doctor immediately the signs get worse.




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