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Endometrial Biopsy: I’m terrified, what can I expect?

Posted by suesam @suesam, Dec 21, 2024

Hi there, I have no bleeding but my endometrial thickness is a 6 and I have an endometrial biopsy scheduled in 30 days and I'm terrified. I made the mistake of reading all the horror stories on the internet. My doctor said it is painful and is preparing me by asking me to take VagiFem 10 for the next month and also to take advil before arriving. I've had pap smears all my life and they never hurt but my last one did. But I think that's because the doctor ( mine retired ) used a large instrument which hurt but then switched to a smaller one which was fine. It's a different doctor who will do the biopsy. I've had 2 transvaginal ultrasounds which didn't hurt and one hysterscopy which didn't hurt at all. But I'm terrified of the biopsy. My ultrasound showed a thickness of 6, nothing else, and my CT scan showed nothing. I wish my doctor hadn't told me it would hurt - when I said my last pap smear hurt, he said this would hurt more. He wasn't trying to be mean, just preparing me. I'm hoping I can do it. Any thoughts? And thanks for listening.

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Helen, Volunteer Mentor | @naturegirl5 | Dec 29, 2024
In reply to @suesam "Wow, Helen, you are amazing. Yes, all your suggestions speak to me. You're right, my anxiety..." + (show)
@suesam

Wow, Helen, you are amazing. Yes, all your suggestions speak to me.

You're right, my anxiety and worry is pretty darn normal in these circumstances. I need to accept it. Having a biopsy is pretty scary.

I think it's a good idea for me to write out my worries. I am aware that it can be cancer, but also other things too. As my doctor says, 'It could be just the way I am.' I am also grateful my doctor is taking it seriously. He's a pretty great guy.

I live in Canada, so I don't need insurance for this test - so I am very grateful for this, that's for sure.

Thank you for taking the time to encourage me. I wish you all the best, too.

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@suesam Thank you for letting me know that my post spoke to you. I forgot that you are in Canada when I wrote the earlier post. Depending on your province and where you are located I've been informed here on Connect that getting tests done in a timely manner can be a difficult process. I'm so grateful that your doctor is advocating for you and that the insurance problems we encounter in the U.S. aren't a consideration for you. I lived in Québec some years ago and was a permanent resident. While I did not have any serious medical problems at the time my husband needed surgery and PT and we were very grateful for the medical care we both received in Montréal.

I'm wishing you a restful evening and good sleep tonight.

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