Cauterization procedures involve the removal of genital warts and the destruction of cervical lesions using heat generated by electricity. This is also referred to as the cauterization process. Electrocautery is used to burn, dry, and eliminate lesions. High-frequency electrical currents are used to destroy damaged or dead tissue.

A needle-like instrument or probe is typically heated with a low-voltage electrical current. The hot tip is used to burn tissue or unwanted cells. When a lesion occurs in the cervix, cauterization is performed to burn the affected area. This method is widely used.

Before treating a lesion on the cervix with cauterization, a Pap smear test must be performed. The procedure's duration and extent are determined based on the test results.

This procedure is short but can be quite painful, so it is usually performed under local or general anesthesia, unlike cryotherapy. It can be completed in about 15 minutes on the examination table and is generally performed in an outpatient setting. After the cautery tool is removed, the patient can immediately resume normal activities.

Stages of the Cauterization Procedure

Before starting the procedure, the area to be treated is cleaned, sterilized, and the appropriate anesthesia method is applied.

If you have any allergies to anesthesia medications, it is important to inform your doctor.

If the procedure is being performed due to a cervical lesion, a speculum is inserted into the vagina to provide a clearer view of the cervix. A fine, needle-like hot instrument is placed over the wart or lesion. Unwanted cells are destroyed by the heat that burns them. If any suspicious formations are found, they are removed and sent to a pathology laboratory for examination. The duration of the treatment varies depending on the procedure. The total duration of the procedure is approximately 15 minutes. The more warts there are, the longer the treatment will take. After the procedure, the area is covered with a dressing.

After the cauterization procedure and once the effects of the local anesthesia wear off, the patient can return to their normal activities. It is important to keep the treated area dry and clean. If you have a dressing, it should be changed at regular intervals.

It is natural to have a temporary scab form on the treated area, and the scab will fall off, leaving a scar. Don't be alarmed by this, as it will heal within a few days after the procedure. In cases of cervical lesions, this healing period may take a few weeks.

Cauterization is a method that can be performed in almost every clinic. However, if the procedure is carried out by an unqualified person or at an inadequately equipped center, it can lead to serious health and aesthetic problems. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the doctor performing the procedure is experienced and that the center is well-equipped. Although it is a short and simple procedure, it should be performed by a specialist.

What Should Be Considered During Cauterization Treatment?

Immediately after the procedure, the patient can get up and take care of their daily needs, making this a commonly preferred procedure. If necessary, pain relievers can be taken after the operation. Your doctor will prescribe a suitable pain reliever.

In the first 10 to 15 days after the procedure, bloody, watery discharge may occur. This discharge may sometimes appear pink or white. It is recommended to use a hygienic pad in this case. You should be aware that this is a possible occurrence and should not worry. Patients should not use tampons after the cauterization procedure.

It is recommended to avoid sexual intercourse during the first month after the procedure. After one month, a follow-up visit is necessary. During this period, special care should be taken for genital hygiene. The creams prescribed by your doctor should be used according to the instructions. Do not deviate from the doctor's recommendations for medication usage. Routine Pap smear tests should be followed regularly. Consuming foods that strengthen the immune system will help speed up the healing process.

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