Endometrial biopsy DNC at hospital tomorrow

Posted by sandimarie @sandimarie, 5 days ago

Hi. I’m having a DNC tomorrow at the hospital for an endometrial biopsy. My endometrial thickness is 5 mm. Dr said he had to check it to make sure it’s not cancer or pre-cancer anxiety through the roof. I don’t like hospitals or getting knocked out and it scares me to death. Any words of encouragement from anyone that’s had this done? Thank you in advance.

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celia16 | @celia16 | 5 days ago

I haven’t had that procedure, but can understand your anxiety. The last couple of procedures I had went well. I try to focus on how it’ll be done before I know it and they do this all the time. It helps some. Sending well wishes and that you remain comfortable. Is someone taking you?

sandimarie | @sandimarie | 5 days ago

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Yes my daughter

celia16 | @celia16 | 5 days ago

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Oh that’s good. Hopefully, she’ll be able to chat a bit and keep you focused on calming thoughts. My niece keeps a little container of calming scent …lavender…I think that she smells when stressed. I’ve thought of trying it.

Will you leave right after it’s done?

sandimarie | @sandimarie | 5 days ago

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Yes. I can go home after that wake up

Helen, Volunteer Mentor | @naturegirl5 | 4 days ago

@sandimarie I understand your anxiety about the procedure and especially the reason that your doctor recommended a D&C. My gynecologist recommended the D&C and hysteroscopy because I was post-menopausal, had experienced light spotting and an ultrasound showed a thickening of the endometrium. I had sedation prior to the procedure. I did a lot of slow breathing and following my breath on the way to the procedure which works to reduce anxiety. I gave myself the message over and over that this procedure was needed and it’s far better to know than to not know. I have learned that I can manage this anticipatory anxiety because then I will eventually know the results which will result in less anxiety and a treatment plan, if needed.

How do you manage your anxiety? What works for you?

suesam | @suesam | 4 days ago

Hey SandiMarie,

I totally understand your anxiety. I went to have a biopsy done yesterday in my doctor's office and I was soooooooo scared. But he was fantastic and calmed me down and I managed to relax. Unfortunately he couldn't do the biopsy so I haven't had the procedure you're having tomorrow, but I might be headed that way. I wish you all the best. Helen gave you some awesome advice and I, too, did a lot of deep breathing to keep calm. I also reminded myself to trust the medical team - my doctor and there was a sweet nurse there as well. I also was honest and vocal about how scared I was, which I thought helped - they knew exactly where I was at. I'll keep you in my thoughts tomorrow and wish you all the best.

008pbs | @008pbs | 3 days ago

Find somebody you feel comfortable with and take them with you when you have this procedure done. It's always great to have somebody with you

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