Stereotactic Biopsies for Breast Evaluation | UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
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- Stereotactic Biopsy is performed using a special table that has been equipped with a small mammography unit.
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I just had this done this morning and quite to my surprise, it was not at all what all of you have described. Yes the table is uncomfortable but the process was not painful. I would like to thank the doctor and staff at the Women Health Center, Midland Michigan for treating me with the utmost respect and compassion. I should have my result by Friday. I am a cancer survivor of almost 13 years.
Karen Archamboult how did everything turn out
Man it's changed so much since then!
@@candiecomer15 Thank you for asking, I am proud to say all clear
I know this video is several years old, but I just had this procedure today. This video really helped me to understand what was going to happen. It was not painful at all for me. My doctor numbed me with the same medicine you would get at the dentist, and once the biopsy needle is placed in your breast more numbing medicine is given to your breast. I only felt a slight burning of the medicine during injection, but it's the same like I have felt at the dentist. I hope my comment will help relieve the anxiety of this procedure. God bless!
YES IT WAS. I'M GOING NEXT WEEKEND TO HAVE THIS DONE. PLEASE PRAY FOR ME I'M A LITTLE SCARED 😞
Your comment has helped. I'm having this done tomorrow. My fear was pain, and you put that to rest. Thank you
Yes it did...thank you!
Yes you have helped
I was so scared about this procedure because my mom had one at a different hospital and it was awful . I was so lucky. I went to a different hospital. Zero pain and the staff was magnificent in helping my emotions during this.
I’m so scared 😱
Gotta get one next week. I'm terrified!!!
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.
I am a little nervous about this. It will be my first breast biopsy on Tue the 24th. After seeing the video, my anxiety rose. But after reading some of the comments, I'm feeling a little better. I just want to get it over with and praying for a good outcome
Pamela Nelson i also have my first biopsy on tuesday the 24th. Feeling nervous
@@vickiel1681 I called my nurse and flat out asked her if I had to be on my stomach...she said I will be on my back and Im not nearly as nervous now. I sleep on my back....so at least I will be somewhat comfortable.
I had my biopsy done yesterday and it was a breeze. The only thing I felt was the numbing needle and it was just a tiny pinch. The whole procedure from start to finish took 25 minutes and most of that was them taking pictures, first to locate then to make sure they got them. Your breast is compressed the whole time but nothing like getting a mammogram, after the procedure they took 2 mammo views to make sure the chip was in place. Strips are placed over the tiny cut as well as gauze pads.
Just had one this morning (05/28/2024) and this is exactly how it happened. It is not at all bad so put your mind at ease! A little sore after the fact but not bad. Very little discomfort.
This is seriously not bad. I had it done this morning.
I am having the procedure done in a couple of days. This video was very helpful but I'm still nervous about it. At least I know what to expect.
@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.
I had this stereo mammogram this morning, July 2, 2021. I’m 40 years old with extremely dense breast tissue and loosely grouped calcifications (reason for biopsy). The procedure was painless and took approximately 30 minutes. The only pain felt was the numbing shots. I’m a bit sore, but it’s not unbearable. Results should be back in about 4 days. Don’t be discouraged, my experience was positive.
How are you now? And how’s your result?
@@jance12 Hi. I’m great. Thank you for asking. I have since had an excisional biopsy/lumpectomy because the results of the first biopsy diagnosed me with “atypical lobular hyperplasia.” So, a couple weeks later, I decided to have that small area of tissue removed. Surgery went well, healing well. The pathology results of the tissue removed was diagnosed as lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS). It’s not cancer, but it increases my chances of breast cancer if not removed. Surgery was the right option for me and my peace of mind. It did not alter the appearance of my breast at all, just a tiny incision that is hidden by my bra. Are you having a procedure done too?
Hi H! I’m glad that you have a positive outcome. I’m trying to schedule myself for the biopsy. I’m also 40 years old. I just hope that my result will be benign. Thanks for replying to me.
@@jance12 Thank you. Hoping you have a positive outcome as well. Reply to this thread with an update if you’d like. :)
I’m having this done on Monday and I’m really nervous. I already have anxiety from PTSD so I’m freaking out about it. Why don’t they numb the area with numbing gel before they put the anesthetic needle in like they do at the dentist. I’ve had lots of cortisone shots and the skin is always numbed before the needle is put in. I’m so scared it’s going to be cancer but it doesn’t run in my family at all and everyone in my family has dense breasts. I’m still nervous though.
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...:)
I am having this done Friday. I'm not concerned about the procedure. It's the results that have me watching videos and reading articles endlessly. So anxious....
Rachel Me too. Exactly why I looked it up. I pray your results were negative. Mine is next week.
@@JustJennie147 Thank you for your wishes. Mine came back benign. I thank God for that. I am hoping the same result for you 🙏
My name is Rachel too❤🙏. I'm having this biopsy next Tuesday and I'm petrified. I'm praying this comes back benign
We understand. It is a scary thing. Mine came back benign also. And I bet yours will too. My radiologist at my breast center told me 80% of biopsies come back benign. That’s nationwide. So do the best you can to get through it but try to be comforted by those numbers. I’m praying for you!
The Dank Angel~~ How did it go? Praying you get benign results like we did.
just had this done iam waiting to be discharged and it was not that bad so if your getting this done dont worry its no that bad ❤️
I'm having this done in a couple of days. I told my doctor that I have a tolerance to pain medications. She said she would give me would inject more pain medication and wait longer time for the pain medication to take effect. She said she understood that I know my body. I also told her that I have a needle phobia so she gave me a prescription for 5 Adivan tablets and told me to take 1 about an hour before the procedure. I really like her. She's very caring. She said this should not be a painful experience. I may feel a little burning or stinging when the pain medication is first injected, but after that I shouldn't feel anything at all.
Shahidah Henderson It should not be a painful experience, but it IS! At least to me and others I've talked to.
@adebenedetto I'm sure that was a relief for you. I'm happy to see your condition was treatable.
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.
Thank you for sharing your experience. Hope your results were negative and you are doing well. I have to have one on May 6, 2024.
quite interesting test which may be lifesaving, seems like a very important test to have just to make sure if the person has cancer. thanks for sharing.
Whew. Glad you're ok, Barb. Yeah, that's why I specifically requested "no epinephrine" in the numbing medicine. I do the same at the dentist.
I had this done today. Practically painless, just awkward. Waiting on results 3-5 days.
I had this yesterday and was fine. Take a Valium I really mean this take one. I’m highly anxious and was fine.
Anyone have their doctor squeeze area of biopsy to remove any pooled blood from the breast ?
Had 1 stereotactic and 2 core needle biopsies all in the same breast. Do not be afraid to ask for more numbing meds. This is key! I had to ask for more Lidocaine for all 3 before I didn't feel anything. Even felt the doctor making the incision on one. Ask for more!!!! Just know that its not nearly as bad as youre thinking and thats coming from someone who had 3 on the same day on the same breast.
I think the one done lying down on the back (the steretactic) is a bit more accurate, since they can manipulate the breast with mammogram-type plates to move the breast tissue out of the way and the needle is guided to the exact spot. Of course, that is the longer, more complicated procedure.
having it done on tuesday lord help me
I get mine done on tuesday and im scared .im worried about pain and i hate needles
Very informational
Yeah, if you're having this done, DON'T WORRY!! It's not that bad at all. I was scared to death just before the procedure, what with signing consent forms and being told about the possibility of bleeding and infection. But they have to do that to cover themselves for legal reasons. It's really not bad at all.
My first biopsy was on Friday, May 13th, 2014 to remove some tissues for review of Cancer. My next scheduled appointment is on Monday, July 7th, 2014. If I hadn't felt comfortable enough during and after the tissue sample biopsy, I would have asked for a different method for the full tissue section removal. I also have Lombard back issues, and that was my main concern for discomfort, and I experienced very little to none. Even my neck didn't hurt resting on the Styrofoam cushion as my left breast was aligned on the nipple pincher section below me. I know it sounds worst then it felt. Personally, I would prefer all my mammograms be done in this machine (minus the needle which I barely, and I do mean barely felt) verses the standard stand-up, twist this way, pull the skin from the arm-pit, squish the breast down to paper thin, and repeat a few more ways before changeling to the other breast, and repeat. Sometimes that procedure takes longer, is more uncomfortable, and sometimes leaves bruising. The Biopsy mammogram machine dangles the breast into a positioning post which firmly holds the nipple and gently tugs the breast down to make the area/section more viably accessible for the procedure(s). If you like receiving massage(s), think of the biopsy table as a massage table, and relax.
However, if you are super sensitive to being touched, you might feel things differently than I or another person does, and that is something you will want to mention at your exam / procedure.
Jennifer Eddy
I took a couple of tylenol about an hour before the procedure (today) because I knew they would be doing a few mammograms, and my breasts are pretty tender. I felt a tiny sting when the doctor gave me the numbing meds via a needle. It was a little uncomfortable laying on the table in one position. I did take my iPod and listened to music the whole time to take my mind off what was going on. It was not bad at all, and mine took a little longer than normal.
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)
So sorry Angie that is horrible. How are you now?
@adebenedetto I hope everything turned out well for you.
I had one done last week and it was painful even after being numb
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.
Will they give a tranquilizer to help you relax and lie still?
i was thinking they gave me valium but it hurt and I am on that can't be still
Mine is 2/7/19. I am horrified!! I have fibromyalgia, thoracic outlet and terrible pain i treat with morphine and muscle relaxers just to get out of bed. 2nd car in 6 car pile up 20+ years ago. How am I going to do this? The Mammoogram and ultrasound were 😖 painful. God help us all.🙏🏻
How was it?
Aliyah Nicole It was painful. But the doctor numbed me up so good I really had very little pain after the needle even days after. I have a super needle phobia due to an event in my past. I believe 100% that God is going to heal me. I have stopped eating sugar and have started eating bitter apricot seeds which have been proven to kill cancer. I’ve learned so much in the last two weeks about your body and how cancer has an emotional factor attached to it and usually a crisis type event had happened a few years prior. A plant-based diet is required to get your body to an alkaline state and exercise is required to get oxygen into your body. Cancer cannot exist in an oxygen rich environment. I will not do chemo. Learn everything you can about fighting this disease naturally and with Gods help.
@@1savdsoul439 oh wow I would like to talk more about this off youtube if that is ok with you I can give you my instagram name so that you can dm me
Yeah, I think it would be quite rare to have pain that long afterwards unless something else was causing it. Honestly, the actual pain involved is minimal. It's just a little weird, this procedure, and yes it can be uncomfortable to lie on your stomach perfectly still all that time, but there is not a lot of pain from the actual procedure. As soon as the needle is guided in, it shoots additional numbing medicine into the tissue so it doesn't hurt more than a little sting or a pinch.
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
Not that I know of. The biggest after-effect I had was blisters from the tape they use to hold down the dressing. Other than that I was fine.
I am having this done july 25. Next week. I am terrified, my anxiety level is 10. I afraid of the pain before, during, after. Any advice for me. Please help. 😢
I had mine done while standing. It was terrifying and I almost fainted from pain. I was black and blue for over a month.
I had breast biopsy today. I was so scared at first but I could not feel any pain at all during the procedure. I felt only a bit when he gave me local anesthetic. And i am a needle phobia. After the procedure I still have no pain and no bruise also. ( I have 3 cm lump).
Are you ok now
Nobody is mentioning the clip they leave inside of you. To mark the sample spot. I’m having this done next week. Worried about the pain and the clip part
I'm having mine on next Monday. How are you doing today?
Just got a “probably benign” MRI reading. I didn’t like that answer, given my history of BC and cancer in my family. I’m going to call my doctor tomorrow to request a biopsy, despite him saying there is nothing to worry about. Better safe than sorry, right?
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.
I was sooooo nervous prior to my procedure.. I was shaking so bad because I've heard horror stories. I had this done yesterday. The only difference was I wasn't laying on my stomach I was on my back. I had two small lumps in left breast. The first lump procedure wasn't painful attt allll.. I was so numb. I was like wow is this it.. Great... When they went to the second lump it was closer to the nipple. Now thst was painful only due to the location.. The nipple is sensitive. So I guess it depends on where the lump is located.. Other than that, it was awesome.. Every one experience is different..it's not bad at all. It was just that painful nipple area.. ouch
@arnold02000 I'm glad to hear that.
@arnold02000 thank u i had done today it wasnt bad at all
Hii had mine done yesterday and did not feel anything... just heard a pop and that was it...the only thing that bothered me was the position of my neck as I have herniated disk ... it took me a while to be able to move or lift my head but thank to the awesome nurse who was by my side at all time massaging it ... it did help .. today is my second day and no mason what so ever ... follow the doctors instructions of the cold compression and that was all it took ... now waiting on results
Jocelyn Contreras how are you doing?? I have mines in a little less than a month from now
@@tianichole8238 how was it?
Had this done yesterday and had a reaction to the epinephrine.....heart pounding and hot flash at first. then severe shaking....they finished just in time.
Oh goodness now I'm scared ugh.. hope all is well
I had a reaction to lidocaine with epinephrine the last time I got a filling at the dentist. I didn’t even know they put epinephrine in lidocaine or I would have spoke up and said no. I have been advised to avoid epinephrine because I have a fast heart rate. Fortunately there is lidocaine without epinephrine.
I heard that you should wear a sports bra after the procedure. Did anyone wear their regular bra? Did anyone have to sleep in their bra due to soreness? I hope someone answers
Pamela Nelson mine is next week, I was told to wear a sports bra too & to sleep in it but I don’t have a sports bra or the money to buy one so I’ll just wear my regular bra & sleep in that.
@@JustJennie147 it wasnt as bad as I thought. It was overwith before I knew it...no cancer by the way...praise GOD
Pamela Nelson Oh I’m so glad for you to hear that! Yes praise the Lord! Thank you for sharing your experience.
I am Beverly, Al's wife, I had this done today. I was told it would take one to two hours. I was on that horrible torture table and could not move for two hours and at the hospital a total of three hours. What is worse they did not even get to the area they needed with the first few tries and after computer delays the needle broke. I will never do this again.
So sorry about your experience
I had this done on Monday and it was not numb at the biopsy site. It was the worst thing I have ever had done and I could not stay still due to my involuntary shaking because of the pain. I knew it wasn't numb enough when the large bore needle was inserted and they said they had introduced LA through it but it made no difference. They didn't take all of the samples expected as I was shaking so much. I am horrified this amazing technology can be let down by inadequate LA which is so straightforward.
I agree, worst thing ever!
Mine took longer than usual because I chose not to have epinephrine and they had to avoid veins as much as possible (which I seem to have a lot of). The hardest part was holding still for so long. Pain wise, root canal was worse! :) And, yeah, this is much better than having surgical biopsy.
I just got home from mine and it was ok. My icepack is ice in a condom lol.
Just a follow up. It did not hurt ONE bit. Honest.
I go Friday I know it's all good but lawdy it's the thoughts 💭 of wat ifs but I'm good I know...
I am going tomorrow im really scared but as long as the needle numbs my pain i should be ok
How was it
Had this done today. calcification close to the nipple. 2 incisions in 2 different areas. Felt like a cow on that table. long procedure. did not like it. had to do it.
MIddle Ages torture!
Maryann Lynne AMEN! To that!
Unless you've developed a transporter of some sort, there is no other way to get a tissue sample from deep beneath the skin. This is an essential tool for early detection and treatment of breast cancer.
I know right!!!
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
I had it done and it was very painful, i cried like a baby. I can't figure out why some is painless and some are painful.. Mine turned out ok
Tissue density (dense tissue apparently doesn’t numb as well), location of the lesion (close to the chest or skin is said to be more painful) and individual pain thresholds can all impact whether you have feeling during this procedure.
@@chrsch5309 not sure but mine was on the left side of my breast on the left
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It sounds like it might be more painful too. All the pressure, even with a local. Online women have been complaining about pain for months afterwards. But maybe they had some condition before the exam that caused them more pain. Sure is better though than the surgery would be. :)