The treatment takes about 4-5 minutes after the numbing injection is given. Therefore there will be little if any pain during the procedure itself. But as in the vaginal exam, you may be uncomfortable. Tylenol every 4-6 hours should relieve this. A vaginal discharge and odor may occur for a week or more.
Complications are rare.
A few patients may have some bleeding during or after the procedure. Yes, LEEP should not prevent you from having a family. Occasionally infection or bleeding can occur. It is one of the safest and most effective treatments available today for this condition. The doctor may need to see you in a few weeks after your treatment.