Patient's question:
I would like to ask how the D&C (dilation and curettage) procedure is performed to stop bleeding.Doctor's answer:
Hello, generally speaking, if the treatment for irregular uterine bleeding is ineffective, a diagnostic D&C (dilation and curettage) is required to stop bleeding and diagnose the condition. It is quite similar to an abortion procedure. A small amount of the scraped endometrium needs to be sent to the laboratory for examination. It usually does not cause significant pain and takes only about ten to fifteen minutes.