I am in the middle of this journey. Not an expert.

My biopsy in Sept 2025 was very easy and was not “barbaric” at all. It may be for some, or it may have been worse in the past, but It was not an issue for myself.

I was put to sleep and woke up in recovery and was back home in a few hours.

There will be some blood when you wipe and pee. It was not bad and lasted for 1-2 days. I went back to work the next day, with no concerns.

You need a biopsy. Too many decisions need to be made that rely on the biopsy pathology.

I would have another biopsy tomorrow, if it was needed to provide better treatment information.

Best Wishes.