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Do biopsies hurt?

Mumma123
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Hello, I have been referred to the breast clinic for a lump under my nipple/areola. I'm not sure if they will biopsy it for sure but I want to prepare myself incase they do. What I want to know is does it hurt? I'm petrified of pain... even though I have had 3 children :laugh: and it makes Me nervous even more because I have to go on my own! Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Xxx

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    I had biopsy of breast using the mammogram as the area would not show up on ultrasound. So I had my breast squashed flat all the way through.

    I still didn't flinch. They give you a local anaesthetic.

    I didn't even flinch. The nurse held my hand but I was fine. No big deal. Also I realise that any test is there to help me in the long run.
    Dont worry

    Ruby

     

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    I had biopsy of breast using the mammogram as the area would not show up on ultrasound. So I had my breast squashed flat all the way through.

    I still didn't flinch. They give you a local anaesthetic.

    I didn't even flinch. The nurse held my hand but I was fine. No big deal. Also I realise that any test is there to help me in the long run.
    Dont worry

    Ruby

     

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