Two Biopsies in one day same breast - help!

disgur
disgur Member Posts: 17
I am getting a stereotactic and core breast biopsy tomorrow. Which is worse? Any pain involved? I have a LOW tollerance for pain. My mom passed away of BC at the age of 55. I am 43 and scared to death of the biopsies
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  • PrettyBald49
    PrettyBald49 Member Posts: 21
    I had both types and the
    I had both types and the stereotactic was less tolerable for me. I also had some bruising after this one. Be encouraged.
  • Kat11
    Kat11 Member Posts: 1,931 Member

    I had both types and the
    I had both types and the stereotactic was less tolerable for me. I also had some bruising after this one. Be encouraged.

    Ask for something to nunb
    Ask for something to nunb you. I had the core. It does not take very long to do. You may be a little sore after. I felt a lot of pressure, not so much pain, but everyone is different. Try and relax, I know easier said then done. Hugs
    Kathy
  • smalldoggroomer
    smalldoggroomer Member Posts: 1,184
    Welcome to the board..
    When I had mine my imagination was allot worse then the biopsy was. They did numb me and I felt very little. It was allot worse in my head. I remember thinking it wasn't so bad. It don't take long and you need it. Try and relax and think of something else. You will be fine. Take care Kay
  • dyaneb123
    dyaneb123 Member Posts: 950
    Kat11 said:

    Ask for something to nunb
    Ask for something to nunb you. I had the core. It does not take very long to do. You may be a little sore after. I felt a lot of pressure, not so much pain, but everyone is different. Try and relax, I know easier said then done. Hugs
    Kathy

    I guess I'm wierd ,but I
    I guess I'm wierd ,but I liked watching the core biopsy on the screen...I could see the needle going through the breast to the tumor and to me it's fascinating to watch...I don't remember feeling alot of pain...they numb you pretty good.
    Dee
  • sea60
    sea60 Member Posts: 2,613
    I remember the core biopsy pretty well
    It stung just a bit but for the most part, I was pretty numb as Dee said. I also watched it on the sonogram screen.

    I'm sure they'll numb you so you won't feel pain.

    Sending my prayers and Hugs,

    Sylvia
  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    sea60 said:

    I remember the core biopsy pretty well
    It stung just a bit but for the most part, I was pretty numb as Dee said. I also watched it on the sonogram screen.

    I'm sure they'll numb you so you won't feel pain.

    Sending my prayers and Hugs,

    Sylvia

    First of all, Welcome. I am elated that you found our
    site, and supportive, loving WARRIORS - Sisters in Pink .. united by 1 bond .. Breast Cancer, and our fight to survive.

    Yes, please have your general surgeon, or OBGYN sedate you, if possible. This is the first step to finding out .. what is going on internally with your breast. Next, take a deep breathe, find yourself a tape recorder and tablet of writing paper.

    Just a suggestion that helped me .. Tape recorder is for you to take to every appointment -record the your doctor's conversation regarding your lumps, Cyst . .. what treatment plan may be suggested, and the tablet of paper is writing down all your thoughts, fears and questions.

    Our support board here at ACS, is opened 24/7 .. with WARRIORS offering up 100 years of accumulative experience.

    I wish the very best for you.

    Strength and Courage,

    Vicki Sam
  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member
    Kat11 said:

    Ask for something to nunb
    Ask for something to nunb you. I had the core. It does not take very long to do. You may be a little sore after. I felt a lot of pressure, not so much pain, but everyone is different. Try and relax, I know easier said then done. Hugs
    Kathy

    They numbed me, so, I felt
    They numbed me, so, I felt nothing. So, be sure and ask for that.

    Good luck,

    Debby
  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member
    Kat11 said:

    Ask for something to nunb
    Ask for something to nunb you. I had the core. It does not take very long to do. You may be a little sore after. I felt a lot of pressure, not so much pain, but everyone is different. Try and relax, I know easier said then done. Hugs
    Kathy

    double post
    sorry
  • ladyg
    ladyg Member Posts: 1,577
    Welcome to
    our group of pink sisters. I had a core biopsy done and I was numbed so I really didn't feel any pain only pressure. I think mine took a little longer than it should have because they were having a hard time locating the tumor. I did not watch as I do not like needles but after it was done they did show me what they had removed.

    Hugs,
    Georgia
  • disneyfan2008
    disneyfan2008 Member Posts: 6,583 Member
    I begged and did get
    pills to make me LOOOOPY as they could make me..I DID not think at the time the pills were working..but days later-I realized I don't remember much of day (misc times and events)hehe...

    good luck..hope all goes well
  • tgf
    tgf Member Posts: 950 Member

    I begged and did get
    pills to make me LOOOOPY as they could make me..I DID not think at the time the pills were working..but days later-I realized I don't remember much of day (misc times and events)hehe...

    good luck..hope all goes well

    Let us know how it goes
    As others have said ... we are glad you "found us." While VickiSam said we have over 100 years of combined experience ... I would say it is more like thousands of years. Very few of us have actually met others in person ... but yet we are a family ... and always ready with our "virtual hugs" to newcomers. Even though we hate to have new people join this family ... because the thing that draws us together is terrible ... Breast Cancer ... we are all here to offer our experiences, support and knowledge. NO question or comment is "off base" ... we're able to discuss absolutely anything. We are all at various stages of diagnosis, treatment and surviving ... so ... no matter what is on your mind ... there will no doubt be someone here who has "been there done that."

    Please let us know how your biopsy goes. We hope it is nothing ... but if it is something ... we're here for you!


    hugs.
    teena
  • disgur
    disgur Member Posts: 17
    tgf said:

    Let us know how it goes
    As others have said ... we are glad you "found us." While VickiSam said we have over 100 years of combined experience ... I would say it is more like thousands of years. Very few of us have actually met others in person ... but yet we are a family ... and always ready with our "virtual hugs" to newcomers. Even though we hate to have new people join this family ... because the thing that draws us together is terrible ... Breast Cancer ... we are all here to offer our experiences, support and knowledge. NO question or comment is "off base" ... we're able to discuss absolutely anything. We are all at various stages of diagnosis, treatment and surviving ... so ... no matter what is on your mind ... there will no doubt be someone here who has "been there done that."

    Please let us know how your biopsy goes. We hope it is nothing ... but if it is something ... we're here for you!


    hugs.
    teena

    Thank you to everyone!
    How nice to know that other's are willing to lend an ear when needed. God bless you! It is like being able to talk to my mother, event though she is not here. I'll keep everyone posted. My 2 biopsies are at 2:30 est.
  • joannstar
    joannstar Member Posts: 403 Member
    I had both in one
    When I was biopsied it was called a stereotactic core biopsy which was guided through a mammogram. My breast was compressed for what felt like forever but I don't remember any pain. They numbed the area and when the core needle took tissue it dispensed a numbing agent. I think that they took 8 samples--I pictured it like an apple corer with the center turning.
    My breast turned an amazing shade of purple. My husband wanted to take pictures and I wouldn't let him--now I wish I had--LOL. Like any bruise, the purple faded to brown to yellow and by the time of the lumpectomy 2 weeks later, it was almost back to normal.
    Good luck.
    JoAnn
  • Gabe N Abby Mom
    Gabe N Abby Mom Member Posts: 2,413
    I only had a core
    I only had a core biopsy...but I would think it's better to have both at once. Then you only have to deal with the pain once, and you get results back at the same time so it's less waiting. The docs and nurses will give you advice on managing the pain after the biopsy. My advice would be to follow it exactly. And be sure you know who to call if you have questions once you get home.

    I hope everything goes smoothly, and I wish you peace and calm while waiting for results.

    Hugs,

    Linda
  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member
    sea60 said:

    I remember the core biopsy pretty well
    It stung just a bit but for the most part, I was pretty numb as Dee said. I also watched it on the sonogram screen.

    I'm sure they'll numb you so you won't feel pain.

    Sending my prayers and Hugs,

    Sylvia

    Good luck!
    I was also numbed before the needle core biopsy, so, it was painless. And, I also watched it on the ultrasound monitor while the doctor did it, like Sylvia did.


    Sue :)
  • MAJW
    MAJW Member Posts: 2,510 Member
    Discomfort..
    I had the core needle biopsy...I was numbed before hand with lidocaine...it is over quickly..I had some discomfort but it was just so quick! I did develop a hematoma afterwards...keep the ice on as directed...
    Best wishes,
    Nancy
  • mgm42
    mgm42 Member Posts: 491 Member
    Had both types...
    I had both types of biopsies and can't say there was any pain. I thought the stereotactic was the easiest for me. But the core was easy, too. They used a lot of lidocaine so there was not discomfort. Hang in there. You'll be fine. Hugs, Marilynn
  • disgur
    disgur Member Posts: 17
    mgm42 said:

    Had both types...
    I had both types of biopsies and can't say there was any pain. I thought the stereotactic was the easiest for me. But the core was easy, too. They used a lot of lidocaine so there was not discomfort. Hang in there. You'll be fine. Hugs, Marilynn

    DONE! Now the waiting game.
    Should be fun....

    P.S. The worring was worse than the procedures!
  • Kat11
    Kat11 Member Posts: 1,931 Member
    disgur said:

    DONE! Now the waiting game.
    Should be fun....

    P.S. The worring was worse than the procedures!

    LOL Ya thats what happens
    LOL Ya thats what happens most of the time. The waiting is always the worst.
    Kathy
  • dbhadra
    dbhadra Member Posts: 344 Member
    Kat11 said:

    LOL Ya thats what happens
    LOL Ya thats what happens most of the time. The waiting is always the worst.
    Kathy

    I;ve had the two core biopsies
    both ultrasound guided and MRI guided.

    They will numb you, but my advice is to take a tranquilizer as well if you have any...I took Xanax and actually fell asleep in the MRI machine while it was going on! And with the ultrasound I also found it was neat to see the needle going in and out...also helped by Xanax!

    Afterwards, take Tylenol for any residual pain...mine was not too much though but I took Tylenol anyway.

    Good luck with your procedures and wishing you good results!

    Laura