Failed Stereotactic Biopsy
Hi. I'm 51 and about 3 weeks ago was asked to come back for a diagnostic mammogram after suspicious calcifications found on a routine mammogram. I was certain it would be okay when I went for the second mammogram but the radiologist said I could wait 6 months to monitor or have a biopsy now. She said that I looked worried and said "why don't we just go on a do the biopsy now." So, I agreed. I was kinda of worried about it but since I read it would be numbed, I was okay with it. Well, I went in for the procedure this past Monday and when I went in the room, I knew this wasn't going to go well. Doctor numbed me, and I really hardly even felt it at all. Still, I fainted during this part. I didn't even realize I was doing it. I regained consciousness and they started where they left off. Then I remember just waking up with a nurse staring over me and she said that while the doctor made the incision and got the biopsy needly in, that because I fainted, no sample was obtained. They advised I return with a xanex in hand. So I will try again in a week, but now I am terrified this will happen again even with a xanex, which I have never even taken in my life. Has anyone else fainted during this procedure and if so, what did you do to get through it? I hate being "that patient" that is a problem, but I honestly couldn't stop myself from passing out. Thanks.
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I've taken my e-reader and music to use while in the waiting room before the appointment so my focus is elsewhere. I've found this very helpful while waiting for my appointment. I never asked to use during the procedure - which probably would have been helpful. I'd think you'd only be able to use one ear piece in case they needed to speak to you during the procedure.
I returned to do the biopsy. I took the xanex and also there was a different doctor who was much better and a nurse along with a tech. The nurse stood beside me and talked to me about things to distract me during the procedure. This happened yesterday and I already have my results which a negative for cancer thank God! Thanks for the support!
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Thank you for giving us an update and so glad it came back negative.
Hooray! Thanks for sharing such a great news!
Amen!!!