If You Are Having a Biopsy
Questions for the doctor:
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What type of biopsy will I have?
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Why do I need a biopsy?
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How long will it take?
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Will you use any anesthetics/numbing medicine?
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Will I be awake during the biopsy?
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Will it hurt? How will I feel after it is over?
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How will I care for myself after the procedure?
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What are the side effects of a biopsy?
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How soon will I know the results?
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If I do have cancer, who will talk with me about treatment? When?
Online Medical Reviewer:
Fincannon, Joy RN MN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Kanipe, Jennifer RN, BSN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Stump-Sutliff, Kim RN, MSN, AOCNS
Last Annual Review Date:
8/6/2009