Menopause, heavy bleeding, childbirth, miscarriage or abortion - what could these circumstances have in common? The key word here is " curettage ", or in technical jargon also as Abrasion known, which can be used for various gynecological reasons. This procedure is practical for the discovery and cure of various diagnoses in any case. But such an operation never comes without a concentrated load of different questions. For example, those affected are concerned about when they can expect their first period after a curettage. So let's look at what you should know about a curettage and especially the period afterwards.

What may sound frightening to us at first is a purely routine procedure for a doctor. Understandably, many people are initially frightened when an operation under general anesthesia is mentioned. But sometimes such an operation is sensible and necessary. When is a uterine curettage actually carried out? A distinction can be made between two main reasons, which can then be divided into further reasons. These include diagnostic and therapeutic reasons.

Diagnostic reasons: A curettage is performed here to obtain a diagnosis. The removed uterine lining is then examined under a microscope. This process can then determine the cause of the symptoms. Possible cell changes can then be made visible. This can be used to detect cervical cancer, for example. You can find out more about this disease here. 

Therapeutic reasons: There are a number of reasons why a uterine curettage needs to be performed. You may have heard that this procedure is used primarily for bleeding disorders. This can include particularly heavy bleeding as well as irregular bleeding. Do you suffer from irregular bleeding yourself? Then this blog post will certainly help you. Did you know that irregular periods are often caused by stress? Stress can cause cycle intervals to become longer or even shorter. More information about this can be found here. 

The Menopause - a time that can get on some people's nerves. The term curettage or abrasion is often used in connection with the menopause. Let's focus on this topic. After the menopause, it is not uncommon for bleeding to occur. You should pay attention if bleeding is still noticeable. A visit to the doctor is now definitely advisable. A little reading tip from us: Take a look at our blog post on the topic of menopause here. 

Miscarriage, abortion and birth can also make a curettage necessary. Did you know that serious infections can occur after a miscarriage if not all of the tissue has been removed? Even after giving birth, parts of the tissue can remain in the body. Sometimes a curettage has to be performed after giving birth.In most cases, surgical abortion involves suction, but the process can also be successful using curettage. If you want to learn more about abortion, then please read this blog post.  

Are you currently facing an abrasion and are you already dreading the procedure because you are afraid of the pain? That is of course understandable. The operation itself should not be painful under general anesthesia. In thedays After the curettage, you may still feel slight pain, but this will quickly subside.However, if you have severaldays If you experience pain after the treatment or if it is particularly severe, then go and see your doctor immediately.

Since the procedure of a curettage usually involves a outpatient treatment you can avoid spending the night in hospital. After the procedure, you will stay there for a few hours and then you can go home again. 

The curettage is behind you and the cycle calendar is unpacked again. But when can you expect your first period after the curettage? The first period usually occurs between 4-6 weeks after the treatment. But of course your cycle has to sort itself out again after this procedure. So it is not possible to say exactly when your period will start. The motto here is “wait and see”. You just have to give it some time. As a rule, after about 10 minutes, it should start to settle down. 3-4 months your normal menstrual bleeding will become noticeable again.

Attention: The first few weeks after a curettage may be accompanied by bleeding. Since the cervix is ​​still slightly open, it is important to Tampon ban ! Switch to washable Bind or Period panties For a relaxing time after the curettage, we would recommend our comfortable Comfort Bamboo which is particularly impressive in the autumn season with its beautiful red-brown color. By the way: sex, swimming pools and saunas are also taboo during the healing process. 

Some people wait longingly for their next period to start, while others are surprised by unpredictable intermenstrual bleeding. The body is in disarray after a curettage and the cycle naturally feels the effects. The first period after this treatment is often different from what it used to be: tissue remains are expelled and the bleeding is suddenly very heavy and longer than usual. Be very alert when your first period starts. For example, take a closer look at the color and intensity of the bleeding. If you feel fever or pain, you should not hesitate and see your doctor for a gynecological examination as soon as possible.