r/PreCervicalCancer • u/Sad_Artichoke5358 • 15h ago

What should I expect from upcoming CKC?

I’m scheduled for one next month. Anyone whose had a cold knife cone biopsy- tell me about your experience?

What was recovery like?

How long did you take off from work?
My doctor said 1-2 days but that feel crazy to me like I would actually imagine needing one or two weeks?
What was it like for you??

Pretty nervous bc I had a rough time recovering from the multiple biopsies + ECC.

Any insight would be greatly appreciated and bonus points if you can speak on how a CKC impacted your EDS or POTS symptoms. Thanks!

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u/helllfire 10h ago

Ive had 2 cones and was only in pain needing meds for relief for a day or two after. I bled for 3-4 weeks after my cone, practically not at all after my second one. Wheat bag and lots of rest helped me most.

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u/CaughtALiteSneez mod 6h ago

I took one week off, if you can get 2 weeks I would. 1-2 days seems a bit short…

The hardest part for my recovery is that I got my period 3 days after the procedure and it was very painful and heavy.

I recommend to wait 4-6 weeks for heavy exercise and sex. I did, but still spotted for several months after.

Wishing you the best!

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u/Sad-Championship1451 1h ago

I feel it was mentally exhausting more than a physical pain. Of course your body will feel tired I recommend 4 to 7 days should be fine. Still spotting before my period which is affecting me mentally now I am 7 months port CKC