Single Duct Removal

Good afternoon,

I've been reading posts which have been helpful so thank you so much for this forum.

I was told today that I need to undergo a single duct removal to identify the cause of my discharge and to stop the discharge. I was first advised it would be done under general anaesthetic but considering I was not too keen on having the whole of the ducts removed if the single one can't be located on the day, my consultant then advised to have the procedure under local anaesthetic...!!!

I agreed but after some thought I am extremely worried and thinking I should just be put to sleep!

Has anyone had this procedure done under local instead of having general to be put to sleep? 
 

TIA

  • Hello Kaela and welcome to Cancer Chat.

    I'm really glad the posts you've come across so far have been helping and hopefully some of our members who have had this procedure and see your post will be along soon to share their experiences and advice.

    In the meantime, if you'd like to discuss this one of our nurses they'll be available next week on 0808 800 4040 between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Do be sure to talk through your concerns with your consultant as well so you feel comfortable with what's to come.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator