Hysteroscopy - clothing and pain relief

Hi, it's good that you were offered a choice of pain relief, as not everyone seems to be. In my case, I asked for pain relief and always get both the local injection and the gas & air. I couldn't cope any other way and need regular biopsies.

I've only had one hysteroscopy and now just have the straight-forward biopsy but hopefully not for much longer.

I always wear a comfortable, pull-on skirt with elasticated waist for comfort, which covers my nether regions OK and gives me some dignity. I would never wear trousers as it's too much fuss and bother. The biopsy is quicker than a hysteroscopy obviously but the medical team dictate what you need at the time. Regarding the pain of the injection, I always start the gas & air before the injection, so as to reduce the pain of that. Interesting to hear your experiences!

i feel the cold, couldnt do a skirt in winter. they have a small room to change in, with toilet so its no bother.

I have an excellent nurse practitioner. She always reassures me that if i find it too painful she will stop or give me more pain relief. it gives me the confidence to follow her suggestions. 

The backache is bad today though.

Anyone who has not had pain relief should know there is a campaign about that www.mumsnet.com/.../5510464-painful-hysteroscopy-wed-like-to-hear-from-you-help-us-tackle-medical-misogyny

Yes, I was aware of that campaign and I think it's really good that women are made aware of the issues. I too have a wonderful senior nurse, who is very competent and does the whole thing very quickly, so as to minimise the trauma!

We are both fortunate I feel, as I've heard of stories that would make your hair curl, where women don't always get the assistance they deserve. Difficult to believe that there are some hospitals who still don't offer any pain relief at all! Iwent to one at the start of the investigations - and moved promptly to somewhere else....

I opted for GA, for hysteroscopy, so oblivious.  Surgery followed 4 weeks later with total hysterectomy last October.  Complete removal of cancer.  Brilliant service and ongoing support.

That's wonderful!