Tongue biopsy

Hi I had a tongue biopsy with three stitches 6 days ago, Iv never felt pain like it. I was not prepared for how sore my mouth would be and how difficult it is to eat and talk, but what’s worse is I keep biting my tongue in my sleep, something Iv never done before the biopsy. Has anyone experienced this. I’m now scared to sleep.

  • Hi Jule33,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing these difficulties, it sounds very painful.

    Hopefully things have improved a little since the biopsy, and also since posting here. If you continue to struggle with the pain, try to have a chat with your doctor to see if there is anything they can suggest.

    In the meantime, hopefully you'll get some more replies to your post here soon - particularly if others with similar experience see it.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

  • I guess must be where precisely sample is taken. I had 1 in 2018 (followed by a laser excision) and another, nearer floor of cavity, 2 days ago. No stitches first time, 1 or 2 this time. The most recent the more painful. It's the pulling of the tongue to reach the back that hurts the most!

    After 2 days just discomfort rather than pain. 

    Maybe experience of those carrying out the tricky procedure also relevant?

    Hope eased off by now.

    Dave.