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    Hysteroscopy



    What Affects the Test

    Reasons you may not be able to have the hysteroscopy or why the results may not be helpful include:

    • Having your menstrual period. Your doctor will not be able to see the lining clearly.
    • Being pregnant. A hysteroscopy will not be done if you are pregnant because of the risk to your developing baby Reference (fetus) Opens New Window.
    • If a vaginal or cervical infection is present.

    If you are not sexually active, a hysteroscopy can be done anytime. But it is best to have a hysteroscopy when you are not having your menstrual period.

    If you are past Reference menopause Opens New Window, a hysteroscopy can be done anytime.




    By: Reference Healthwise Staff Last Revised: Reference October 22, 2012
    Medical Review: Reference Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine
    Reference Femi Olatunbosun, MB, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology


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