Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Seek emergency care for severe uncontrolled bleeding, fainting, severe weakness, chest pain, difficulty breathing, or signs of a serious allergic reaction.
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Contact your healthcare team promptly for:
Bleeding heavier than your usual period or soaking a pad in an hour
Large blood clots or bleeding that is increasing
Fever or chills
Worsening pelvic or abdominal pain
Discharge with a strong unpleasant smell
Trouble passing urine
Vomiting that prevents you from drinking fluids
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
These are not the same as routine light bleeding, mild cramping, or dark discharge during healing.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Cone biopsy. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.