Facing a Breast Biopsy

I had a breast biopsy in October 2009. During the medical examination, you are given local anaesthesia. I can't say it was pain free, but it wasn't horrible.

I had two breast biopsies, both in July 2017.  The first one was done under an ultrasound.  My breast was injected with local anesetic first which meant that I didn't feel anything.  The second was more indepth (stereotactic) and was done under a mammogram.  Again it didn't hurt however it was very unpleasant.  I was sore and bruised after both but things cleared up fairly quickly (about 2 weeks).  It is important to have these biopsies done.  I discovered I had early stages of invasive cancer which had been caught early enough to fully treat.  I feel very lucky.  I lost my breast (full mastectomy) but it is a small price to pay!  Take care!