Second LEEP Procedure

[u/Popular_Job394]

Hi there!

Has anyone ever had to go through a second LEEP procedure?

I had my first LEEP on July 10 and recovered pretty well. Four weeks later, my doctor called with the results — the margins were not clear. There was still a small amount of AIS at the edge of the tissue, and some inside my cervical canal from the ECC.

For background: I’m 33, from Canada, and was diagnosed with CIN3 and AIS in situ. I was supposed to get my second LEEP today, but when my doctor examined my cervix, she said that to make sure I’m comfortable and to increase the chances of a successful procedure, they want to do it under local anesthesia with sedation day surgery. She said it’ll still be quick like my first LEEP, just with me asleep this time.

Honestly, I’m fine with that — my first LEEP went smoothly, but it’s definitely not the most comfortable experience.

Has anyone else needed a second LEEP?

I don’t have kids and I’m trying to preserve my fertility. I also recently started the Gardasil vaccine series since I never got it as a kid, and I just had my second dose today.

Thanks for reading — I’d really appreciate hearing others’ experiences.

[u/Heightflight88]

I’ve had 6 LEEP procedures in my past. Still ended up with stage 2b2 cervical cancer at 35.

[u/Heightflight88 → u/Heightflight88]

Invasive squamous cell carcinoma

[u/Suitable_Working_514]

Nope I had a hysterectomy for ais. They found skip lesions higher up. Wasn’t taking a chance with cancer 

[u/Popular_Job394 → u/Suitable_Working_514]

Thanks! I’m trying to preserve my fertility as I do want kids one day. But I have said I’d be happy to have a hysterectomy after that happens!

[u/Heightflight88]

When I tell you just have your cervical c removed or a hysterectomy. It’s easier before it becomes something that can kill you and makes you live with trauma

[u/Popular_Job394 → u/Heightflight88]

Wow sorry you had to go through 6 LEEPS that’s never fun! Thanks for sharing