Removal of Foreign Body from Vagina

Care Before the Procedure

• Inform the doctor about the object’s size, type, and insertion duration.
  
• Avoid attempting removal at home to prevent injury or infection.
  
• Provide medical history including allergies and previous vaginal procedures.
  
• Arrange for support and transport to the healthcare facility.

Care During the Procedure

• Local anesthesia may be administered for comfort during removal.
  
• Remain still and follow instructions during speculum examination.
  
• Object may be removed manually or using appropriate instruments.
  
• Clinician may monitor for trauma or bleeding during extraction.

Care After the Procedure

• Monitor for signs of infection such as discharge or fever.
  
• Take prescribed antibiotics if indicated by the healthcare provider.
  
• Avoid sexual activity or vaginal insertion until fully healed.
  

Follow up for evaluation of healing and any psychological support needed.

Eligibility

• Individuals with accidentally inserted objects in the vagina causing discomfort or risk of injury requiring removal.
  
• Women presenting with intentional foreign body insertion needing safe extraction and counseling.
  
• Patients with signs of vaginal trauma, infection, or bleeding due to foreign objects.
  
• Anyone where imaging or clinical examination indicates retained vaginal object requiring professional management.