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First biopsy

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Hello, 

I have been told today I need a biopsy for the lump in my breast as there are also a few irregularities. 
I'm not too worried about the results themselves, I'm sure it's okay and if not I'll have the support I need. 
I'm really worried about the biopsy itself, I can just about stand giving blood etc with needles but with my breast being so tender im panicking at the thought of feeling a needle go into the lump. Local anaesthetic won't be enough for that and I just wondered if there's any information that might help me manage this feeling. 
 

Thank you 

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    Hi, 

    I had 2 core biopsies taken at the breast clinic and was given local anesthetic.  I didn't really feel anything other than slight jag for anesthetic. I had to have markers put in as well which made a loud click but was pain free. 

    After markers in I had to have another mammogram which I was scared would be painful but it wasn't as bad as I feared.

    You will be fine I am sure

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    Hi, 

    I had 2 core biopsies taken at the breast clinic and was given local anesthetic.  I didn't really feel anything other than slight jag for anesthetic. I had to have markers put in as well which made a loud click but was pain free. 

    After markers in I had to have another mammogram which I was scared would be painful but it wasn't as bad as I feared.

    You will be fine I am sure

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