Come to your appointment well hydrated and prepared to provide a urine sample to verify that you do not have an infection and are not pregnant.
If you have a current infection, please reschedule your appointment until after you have completed your full course of antibiotics.
Although the diVa treatment takes 5-10 minutes to treat the full vaginal wall tissue, expect your appointment time to last up to an hour for a quick pelvic exam, adequate numbing time, and symptom assessment.
A topical gel anesthetic will be used to maximize your comfort during the procedure.
Post-Treatment Instructions:
Spotting may occur. This can last for a few hours – 36 hours depending on the treatment depth.
Immediately after treatment, you will be given a pad to wear. Pinkish colored discharge may occur. This can last for a few hours – 72 hours depending on the treatment depth.
The treatment area may be extremely warm for 12-24 hours after the treatment. Cold compresses or ice packs may provide comfort during this time.
Immediately after treatment, swelling is common and expected. Use of a cold compress or ice pack helps relieve the swelling.
You may return to your normal daily routine, including showering immediately following the procedure. Avoid harsh soaps and cleansers.
Refrain from sexual intercourse, vaginal penetration, douching, use of tampons, pool and hot tubs for up to 48 hours or until spotting or discharge has stopped.
Some patients experience sunburn or chaffed sensation for a few days. A thin layer application of Aquaphor can alleviate this sensation.
Some patients experience mild cramping up to 24-48 hours. Post treatment discomfort may be relieved by over the counter oral pain relievers; i.e. Extra Strength Tylenol
Itching may be experienced during the healing phase and is completely normal. Oral Benadryl or other anti-histamine may help itching. DO NOT scratch the treated area as scarring complications.
