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Very anxious about bone marrow biopsy

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Jun 29, 2025 | Replies (69)

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I had BMB when I was first diagnosed. I had to lie on my stomach, which I didn't like. But for the actual procedure, just pressure, no pain before or after.
Maybe dr can give you some anti-anxiety med to help with your concern. Not that I'd like this procedure every year, but not a big deal for me

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I was sedated with fentanyl…..went to sleep, woke up and all done…that was the 2nd time
The first time Being sedated with a local antiseptic and and awake was very painful