Two Biopsies in one day same breast - help!
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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.0 -
Ask for something to nunbPrettyBald49 said: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 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
Kathy0 -
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 Kay0 -
I guess I'm wierd ,but IKat11 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 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.
Dee0 -
First of all, Welcome. I am elated that you found oursea60 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
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 Sam0 -
They numbed me, so, I feltKat11 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 nothing. So, be sure and ask for that.
Good luck,
Debby0 -
double postKat11 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
sorry0 -
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,
Georgia0 -
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 well0 -
Let us know how it goesdisneyfan2008 said: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
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.
teena0 -
Thank you to everyone!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
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.0 -
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.
JoAnn0 -
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,
Linda0 -
Good luck!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
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
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DONE! Now the waiting game.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
Should be fun....
P.S. The worring was worse than the procedures!0 -
I;ve had the two core biopsiesKat11 said:LOL Ya thats what happens
LOL Ya thats what happens most of the time. The waiting is always the worst.
Kathy
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!
Laura0
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