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Excisional Biopsy
I had a stereotactic core biopsy in March 2007 because of microcalcifications and the results were benign. I had a follow-up mammogram in September and once again I had microcalcifications and this time they found Atypical cells. The radiologist suggested that I go to a breast surgeon. I have an appointment. I do not have any lumps. So how will the surgeon proceed? Will this hurt?
Thank you for the information.
I had a wire localization and surgery on my microcalcifications...They froze me for the wire localization and put me to sleep for the surgery...Nothing hurt anymore than a normal blood test.
The excisional biopsy IS a surgery. You have to go to the operating room. Your surgeon will cut out the entire, suspicious area.
But, they give you what's called a "conscious sedation." Physically, you're not totally out of it, but in YOUR reality, you are.
It doesn't hurt, at all.
You'll be fine.
But, they give you what's called a "conscious sedation." Physically, you're not totally out of it, but in YOUR reality, you are.
It doesn't hurt, at all.
You'll be fine.
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