Stereotactic Biopsy - Diagnostic and Biopsy Services for Breast Evaluation

[thomasgee1000]

I am going tomorrow im really scared but as long as the needle numbs my pain i should be ok

[MsMootie1]

Excellent, this is exactly what I had done. For me it was completely painless, just a little uncomfortable getting into position on the table, Mine was done 11/16 and I will have a lumpectomy on 12/8/11. As mentioned no lump was felt. All was discovered during my mammography, the re-take, and ultimately the Stereotactic Biopsy. Good confirmation to having a mammography done EVERY YEAR. I am 70 years old and have had it done yearly since I was in my late 30's.

[Angiek41059]

I just had this done and was not numb AT ALL! It was the worst pain ever!!! I am not trying to scare any one but I would just make sure that your Dr. numbs the area. The nurse kept telling the Dr that I could feel it but it was like he didn't care. He just kept on. I have been diagnosed with Atypical Hyperplasia and am seeing a surgeon on Thursday. I hope the wire-guided biopsy isn't as painful! (fingers crossed)

[msdelle22]

i didnt for me its more of a quick pop but u dont feel at all my dr numb me real good but they do take alot of pics

[baby73326]

thanks for this video, on friday would be my exam hope will be ok

[Kelli1080]

I will just add to the comments below. I had this procedure yesterday as well and the most uncomfortable part of the experience was having to lay so still for so long. I'm also very claustrophobic, so I had a bit of extra anxiety being secured down in this position. Your neck will likely be sore from laying in a certain position for so long, but it's bearable. Good luck if you're having this done.

[Bamcubz]

I had this procedure done yesterday and will get the results on Monday. Was not any worse than some major dental work but I was freezing throughtout it that they put two warming blankets on me. I was still shaking when they took me to have another mammogram done after the procedure to make sure they got the right area.

[Lally162]

The procedure itself doesn't hurt but the anesthectic will cause minimal pain and wears off in about a minute. The tugging and pulling while drawing samples might cause discomfort as in my own personal experience. Bear in mind, you MUST keep still during the whole procedure.

[msdelle22]

having it done on tuesday lord help me

[roseycork49]

Not sure if I am glad or sad that I watched this. Having the procedure done this coming Friday. Wish they would sedate me ! Thanks for all the comments, they have made it easier I think...:)

[Pyesangel]

Glad I found this. I'm scheduled for this procedure this coming week. It was all explained to me in the doctors office at my initial consultation but seeing it is even better. I don't like surprises and this has eased my mind as to what to expect.

[willie7704]

Just had mine done this morning, and I had myself totally freaked out. I probably should have watched first as I made up all sorts of stuff in my mind. The xylocane was like a tiny bee sting, if that, and the whole procedure hardly hurt at all - I'm sore now, & will keep an ice pack on for 24 hours. The worst part was the stiff neck from laying on the table. I imagined I was laying on a nice, warm beach! Good luck everyone! I hope we're all fine!

[carmellyn]

This is seriously not bad.  I had it done this morning.

[adebenedetto]

Just a follow up. It did not hurt ONE bit. Honest.

[arnold02000]

@adebenedetto I hope everything turned out well for you.

[msdelle22]

@arnold02000 thank u i had done today it wasnt bad at all

[baby73326]

@msdelle22 how it was? was painful? i would have mine this friday, I'm afraid

[arnold02000]

@arnold02000 I'm glad to hear that.

[adebenedetto]

@arnold02000 It did :) I had to progress further and get a wire-guided biopsy and was diagnosed with Atypical Lobular Hyperplasia. I'm on Tamoxifen for five years. Out of everything done to me, NOTHING was unbearable.

[arnold02000]

@adebenedetto I'm sure that was a relief for you. I'm happy to see your condition was treatable.

[TheMsBallou]

I had this procedure done today, and it was not bad at all. I'm so glad I didn't watch this video first though because the needle is pretty big, and that would have freaked me out. I had it done at 9:00 a.m. and it is now 5:00 p.m. I am not having much pain at all, I have not needed Tylenol, just the ice pack once every couple of hours. Now I have to wait for the results, about 2 days. Wish me luck!

[scorpiokate]

@TheMsBallou

I'm having this done next week. I'm glad I read your comment before watching; I have decided not to watch it since you said you were relieved that you didn't see it BEFORE going. Also, glad to hear the comments that it doesn't hurt much. I have been very stressed about it. I'm feeling much better now. I hope everyone that has commented had good results.

[adebenedetto]

I hope everything turned out good for you. I'm scheduled to do this in 9 days and I am terrified of the test but more so for the results.

[tchris1645]

i just had this proceedure done. it was nothing to it. when they deaden the area before they started, i didnt really feel it. the most uncomfortable part was lying on the laying on the table, the rest is nothing. i think the proceedure it self was probly all about 15-20 minutes. what tkes so long is getting ready for it. i was told to take tylenol for pain and i had it done aroun 945 this am and i was on my way home by 10:30. its nothing trust me its looks scary but it not that bad at all