Endometrial Biopsy (Gynecology - Abnormal Vaginal Biopsy)

[@yvonnemairose6100]

This procedure is BARBARIC and NO ONE should have it without general anesthesia. I just had it done and almost vomited and fainted while having it done, nevermind the screaming in agonizing pain. 24 hours later I am still in horrible pain. I love these male doctors explaining how these procedures don't hurt, a man is clueless as to what it feels like to have a chunk ripped out of a body part they DON'T have!

[@JosieAreSee]

A female did mine. I still had a similar experience. It was awful

[@diorherbandz6155]

Agreed just had mine and I am traumatized for life I cry just thinking about it it hurt so bad 🥺

[@user-jl8lv4ql3n]

Barbaric!

[@user-jl8lv4ql3n]

The risks outweigh the benefits of this barbaric procedure

[@samanthaob87]

Absolutely agree. It’s a very cruel procedure to do with out anesthesia. Very traumatizing and I didn’t even make it through but one sample. They wanted to do 2x.

[@betsydey5500]

Another doctor who's so good at minimizing the pain and discomfort caused by these barbaric proceedures.

[@lindam5218]

Said by a male doctor. This was the most horrible test I had ever had done, it was excruciating pain which lasted about 5 minutes, they had to cut pieces of skin out of my uterus, the second they stopped, it was better, but I bled for a few days. This was shear torture for me. Mr. Male doctor imagine someone cutting little pieces of skin of your penis and see how you would like it.

[@teamtwe]

The fact that so many women are in agonizing pain would make a person think the establishment would change their procedure.

[@shellym79]

This right here is what my mind can't get passed. It's not just 1 or 2 women. Yet they keep doing it with not even a warning it might be painful. For some twisted reason they're convinced if you think it will hurt then that's why it hurts. I am filled with rage right now. This should not be allowed.

[@cherylkoski7184]

A tenaculum is essentially a meat cleaver hooked onto the cervix.

[@christinemullins7601]

I had one done today and I agree No one should have t done without general anesthesia. This guy is underplaying the pain.

[@justinterested9537]

This hurts sooooooooooooooooooo bad!!!! I told them to get it tf outta me and i wont attempt it again until they are willing to sedate me. No damn way!!!

[@lindaarsenault3223]

Good explanation but PLEASE don’t assume that it’s not painful. Trust me it is painful… no freezing… cramping ongoing overnight, along with bleeding. Let’s play a game here Dr., and do the same procedure without freezing to your own male anatomy and all the way in scraping around… it won’t hurt - trust me - go ahead!!!! No freezing. Don’t cheat now… Try it for fun. Then, you may want to redo this video without telling us all that it doesn’t hurt.

[@lindanewton7668]

@@lindaarsenault3223 "you should not feel any pain." Shouldn't but you do.

[@Shield954]

Reading the horror stories from women sharing their traumatic experiences with gynecological procedures has me in tears. It's disgusting how women's pain is often dismissed in the healthcare industry. Female patients are told they're being "overdramatic" and aren't listened to. Instead, doctors try to gaslight women into thinking that the procedure won't be painful whilst being fully aware of how painful the procedure is for women as they see countless women and girls screaming and crying in pain during the procedure. They offer no anesthesia or pain medication for female patients. Meanwhile, men get both anesthesia and pharmaceutical grade pain medication for testicular and prostate biopsies. This blatant sexism in the healthcare industry needs to STOP. Women shouldn't be forced to suffer. Female patients deserve to be treated equally to the male patients. 😡

[@carolbruno7731]

BULL SHIT this is very painful and should ONLY be done with general anesthesia - hurt like hell - will never do it again.

[@ANikki24]

That IS BULL!! I’ve had 4 children & it hurt SO BAD!! Literally tearing off someone’s insides has nothing to do with giving birth.

[@MotownAngel248]

I just had it done today. Very painful. This procedure should only be done when you are knocked out!

[@cmotherofpirl]

Your video is calm and reassuring, but I had this procedure today, and I almost broke the nurses hand squeezing it, while I was screaming through clenched teeth, and tears poured down my face and was bathed in a cold sweat. Did you ever hear of anesthetics??? Maybe you should consider it and offer it.

[@teamtwe]

I'm baffled to know that they still continue to do this procedure when all those medical workers are witnesses to the agonizing pain of women when are they going to change this procedure.

[@cynartz]

I had this procedure done. I was told it will hurt and there will be cramping. They gave me an ibuprofen before they did it. What I experienced felt like I was being stabbed and skewered. Then I had some painful cramping. Later that day I felt sore and shaken up.

[@jesusislife345]

I am so scared of this procedure, I am schedule to have it done Friday . I don’t tolerate pain well and reading all the comments have me really worried. 😢

[@shirleymassey]

Ibuprofen does not touch the pain and some sort of stronger sedative needs to be offered.

[@samanthaob87]

I never felt as much pain as I did with this procedure, not only that I am emotionally traumatized by it. I get some people don’t feel the pain as much. IMO the chance of u feeling the pain I did is worth being put to sleep for this procedure. I wouldn’t wish my worst enemy to feel what I felt.

[@carolinagirl8639]

Agree. Mine was excruciating. I feel violated and traumatized. I will Never undergo this again.

[@MrsJLathan]

I had this done on the first day of my period. I cried.

[@sutenTaHotep]

Not to scare but I found the recovery pain afterwards the most difficult. The procedure itself on took a few minutes.

[@juliawest398]

I cannot understand why this is done without any numbing. It is a torture. I attempted to have one done a week ago, took 600mg motrin prior, expected it to be "uncomfortable", felt like I was being stubbed in my cervix. Physician tried using a dilator to open up my cervix, I could not tolerate this pain. Actually eventually became lightheaded. He just seemed annoyed with me and said to just schedule D&C diagnostic with anesthesia. I felt depressed. Will try a different doctor, maybe they can use a numbing medication. I don't think I will be able to tolerate this otherwise. Was awful.

[@treasa4799]

i have to have this done & now after reading comments i dont think ill go through with it. thanks for sharing.

[@veronicajones8914]

I’m glad I had it done BEFORE seeing this! It was HORRIBLE 😢

[@lindsaykane2109]

Wow he really doesn't know how painful this is!

[@alistevenson3871]

They should do this type of sample collecting on penises. See if men will put up with being invasively tortured!!

[@southernbelle850]

@@alistevenson3871 Yasssss

[@edavidson5382]

It’s torture if it was anything else we’d be sedated I can not go through this again without being out out

[@lynnpierce7642]

He knows how painful it is. He just downplaying and straight up lying about it.

[@LynnDeatherage-q3k]

Very very painful 😖😣😖😣😖😣😖😣😖😣😖😣😖 in 2004, I used the labor breathing system. And it's bleeding was causing the pregnancy test positive for a baby 🐥🍼.

[@TraceyMariexx]

Love how he says it might hurt on the finger but on the cervix it won't really hurt. . Erm *newsflash you ain't got a cervix! How in hell would you know! A bit of cramping? BS I almost passed out with the pain and I've given birth naturally!

[@leilajeffries7292]

Tracey Marie I agree extremely painful

[@sheikawilliams3071]

I ALMOST PASSED OUT TOO

[@toniwilson1579]

20 years ago I had endometrosis , fibroids on my ovaries. I had a male GYN who told me it usually they don't hurt that bad. That's was at Kaiser health so I went to the Appointment desk and told them I wanted a female GYN. I swear I would not never ever have another male Dr. As it turns out something that usually don't hurt that bad ended up being 31/2 hours of surgery. She took out 1 1/2 ovaries and endometrosis Thur out my body Now I am postmenopausal and am bleeding. I learn never say never. I am having to have a biopsy tomorrow. Have to wait almost a month and a half for this appointment, yes it is with a male. It would of been another 2 or 3 weeks if I waited for a female. My female pramily Dr know him, and said she couldn't imagine him saying things like that. Since she never steer me wrong I am trusting her. I also check him out on the hospital website , everyone of his patients who posted comment was very reassuring. With a family history of cancer I don't have forever to wait. I figure I will let him know my experience, let him know never to say something don't hurt that bad else he would find out how bad being kick in the wrong place can hurt. I also will take pain pills I take for my back as I need them before I go, taking a girl friend with me so she can drive, be there for support. I am really nervous seeing a male just because of my pass experience but I think I am covering every area I can cover. I also have to believe not all male GYN is like the one I saw 20 years ago.

[@brendanolin1995]

Tracey Marie oh my god..I know. Excruciating pain. I nearly pass out. Doctor if you're going to explain this procedure don't sugar coat it. Say it how it is.

[@albertamccrary1497]

same here, he never had one performed so he cannot say it does not hurt and 1 minute feels like forever.

[@elaineanderson1099]

How would a man know the pain??? I gave bled since having this done in May and have to have it done again due to insufficient cells. I have cried every day in pain. G doc thanks.more pills please nurse!!

[@rosafaymall7131]

Little cramping my ass felt like someone was pulling my uterus out cutting it up i dont think ibprophone would help this Hes man never had done so what would he know how feels

[@Carol-mq6fe]

Just a cramp? I know what you call “just a cramp”. There is no good reason why doctors don’t use general anesthesia. I had this procedure done in 2018, after taking an 800 Motrin, and Xanax. They were no help at all. I’m 60 years old now and still having periods that are not normal. They are once every few months, but this last one lasted 3 weeks + light spotting afterward that I’m still having. Will I go again for another biopsy? No way. Doctors must do better. This procedure does not have to be painful. What’s it gonna take? Does a man have to feel the pain before they decide it needs to be done under GA?

[@edavidson5382]

I just had this done a few hours ago and “uncomfortable cramping” is an understatement. They had to use clamps to dialate me and I’ve never felt a pain like that before it was not like period cramps it was like stabbing in my insides. I can’t believe they don’t sedate for this procedure :(

[@Shield954]

The "clamp" they use is actually an instrument with two sharp prongs that stab into your cervix! Luckily, there's a new clamp device for the cervix that uses suction instead of stabbing. I would recommend only going to hospitals that offer the suction cervical clamp!

[@lornabolden8538]

It’s very uncomfortable I had one done on Wednesday and I’m still cramping

[@michy1of4]

I recently had this procedure done and for me the procedure itself was a little uncomfortable with some minor cramping, however, within 15 minutes after on the drive home (myself), the cramping became so severe that I almost passed out when I got home. It was a good thing that it wasn't a long drive home otherwise I would have had to pull off the road somewhere to recover. I have a fairly high pain tolerance and did well during the procedure but nobody prepared me for the possibility of extreme pain afterwards, worst I have ever experienced in my life. Since for whatever reason women have varying physical reactions, I think it would be wise for doctors to keep their patients in the office or hospital for at least an hour following the procedure to keep an eye on them rather than just send them on their way. I took 2 ibuprofen on the way home and once I was able to stand back up off my couch I took 2 acetaminophen asap. It was a solid hour before the extreme cramping stopped.

[@gamerguy5591]

Men get anesthesia for testicular biopsies AND a week's worth of strong opioid pain meds while women don't get ANYTHING for gynecological biopsies. 😡 And then they have the nerve to say women are "playing life on easy mode". Are you kidding me? They have NO IDEA how much better they have it.

[@ivy_talks]

I can assure you a tenaculum does not feel like a cramp. It feels like you are being stabbed from the inside out, because you basically are. This doctor is sadistic.

[@annfox1936]

The fact that a male is explaining the pain of this procedure that should not be done without medication btw is wild.

[@teamtwe]

He did say to take quite a bit of Ibuprofen before the procedure

[@blanca1k]

I had it done and it hurt like hell! And yes you do have cramping throughout the day! You are wrong are when you say...cramping for a minute or two...get your facts right!

[@ehjohn027]

I've had several children and this procedure is painful and it lasted at least a day. I had to switch to a female OBGYN because the male dr I had thought just like this. I noticed less pain during my biopsy with my new dr than with the male dr I had.

[@cate2728]

Why do doctors always say this feels like cramping? It doesn’t. It hurts, a lot.

[@ICantthinkofahandleforme]

I just had one and it was NOT successful . It was the most painful procedure in the office!

[@Lizhorrorfan]

Same!Mine wasn't successful either.I have to go another doctor next month.

[@ICantthinkofahandleforme]

@@Lizhorrorfan they sent me to minimally invasive gynecology and they put me under anesthesia at our surgicenter.

[@Lizhorrorfan]

@@ICantthinkofahandleforme I hope i will have that option too.

[@Lizhorrorfan]

what state are you in?

[@ICantthinkofahandleforme]

@@Lizhorrorfan Delaware

[@chantelkaturota8422]

Worst feeling ever in my whole life the pain it bad

[@heddystgeorge3756]

Had this done on 6/20/2019 got a call 5 days later and I was told I was precancer. Had two choices have an IUD put in or have a total hysterectomy, I chose the second one

[@sheisshan8834]

See that's where I'm confused. My doctor said I should have a biopsy prior to the hysterectomy. So if they recommend a total hysterectomy if cells are found, why do I need a biopsy in the first place if that's what I'm scheduled for?

[@Dana-zo4jk]

@@sheisshan8834 this is my question as well. I have fibroids and a cyst on ovary. I've already had the external ultrasound, the transvaginal ultrasound, MRI, lots of blood work. Now they're wanting to do a biopsy before the scheduling of my hysterectomy. A few days ago they tried to do the biopsy but it wasn't successful, so now they want me to come back to see the other doctor who works in there so that she can try to do it. They say that she's a more experienced doctor and may be able to do it even though I have multiple fibroids and a tilted uterus. But I don't see why they need to do this since I've already agreed to have a hysterectomy and everything's about come out anyway. Andif the other doctor can't get a sample because of the fibroids, are they gonna tell me that they can't do my surgery? So yeah, I'm confused too. And the first biopsy attempt was very painful....I also cried. I know that every woman is different but that was my experience with it. Even though it was painful for me, it may or may not be painful for you. Good luck with everything on your journey.

[@sheisshan8834]

@@Dana-zo4jk thanks! I just got home from my surgery yesterday. I didnt have the biopsy, as i told my doc i was too scared. Surgery went great though!

[@Dana-zo4jk]

@@sheisshan8834 That's wonderful, I'm so happy that everything turned out well for you and that you're recovering fine. 😊 Thank you for mentioning the biopsy, because I've been going back and forth in my head about what I'm gonna do when I see my doctor at my next appointment, which is quickly approaching. I didn't know that I could refuse the biopsy. I thought that if women refuse a biopsy, then the doctor would refuse to do the surgery. It's been on my mind a lot lately and I'm really nervous about it all. I'm praying that God reveals to me the best thing that I should do. Thank you so much for responding to me because it's really helping me a lot. It's comforting to talk to other's who are dealing with or have dealt with the same situation. Wishing you a speedy recovery 🙏. And as for me I'm almost at the finish line. I can't wait for it to all be over. Take care. ❤

[@sheisshan8834]

@@Dana-zo4jk thanks! My doctor told me biopsies were recommended, not mandatory. She said if she started the hysterectomy and my uterus or anything else didnt look right, she wouldnt proceed and would refer me to an oncology obgyn. So yes, please discuss it with your doctor.

[@garshay504]

I had this done 2/16/23 and it really hurt. I felt like I was about not pass out. I cramped so bad and cramped the next morning as well

[@teamtwe]

I'm so sorry. I wish they would change this procedure. There's so many medical witnesses to how painful this is why can't they all get together and agree to change things.

[@lisasnyder8405]

This is an excruciatingly painful procedure. I have a high tolerance for pain and could not withstand the procedure. I took 400 mg of Ibuprofen prior to the procedure. It is way worse then menstrual cramping. I do not have children so maybe this is why but it was horrific and I have severe pain to the left side of my Uterus today. This should be done with the option of Twilight Anesthesia.

[@athomeinsc5823]

I had this done today and I thought I was going to die. It was horrible. I literally thought I was going to pass out.

[@sweetcheeks73]

I know how much it hurts! I will never have another one without sedation!

[@roselorjeanfrancois956]

Terrible they should numb the part, I can not believe that !

[@SweetGypsyMamma213]

Male doctor not realizing this is torture. This should be done under anesthesia

[@jocelynfrye5244]

I have to have this procedure done and reading the comments I think I am going to ask for a general anesthesia because I am no good with pain

[@daniellemartin997]

I just had this done and I didn’t feel a thing btw I did take two tramadols before hand and I was fine no pain at all but afterwards I did experience some cramping but nothing major.

[@aliciabrown3765]

I forgot to mention that I am in my forties with 4 children so the thought of this test procedure being easier for people that have children born natural didn't help.

[@SunQueen800]

This was an extremely painful procedure for me. Absolutely horrible.

[@cmotherofpirl]

Thanks for replying. If he wants it again, it will be a D&C.

[@brunettepinkbabe]

I missed two periods. I'm going to the doctor because at the end of April my period began with very light brown spotting, then mostly light bleeding, a day of heavy bleeding, then light red/brown spotting. This went on for two and a half weeks. I've been having irregular cycles since stopping BCP 9 months ago after 4+ years of use. I want to get pregnant. I've always been so irregular though. Will I need an endo biopsy? I'm 28 years old.

[@shaniceporter4754]

Yes

[@lilamydogscruffy8842]

I had this procedure done in Dec. 2018. It was like a very intense menstrual cramp. It hurts for a few seconds. I was fine after and went home and took a Tylenol and felt fine.

[@sgajumper]

I'm very happy it was mild for you. Had it done today. Crying on the bed, thought I might pass out. Lasted far longer than a few seconds.

[@lilamydogscruffy8842]

@@sgajumper Hi Trista. I am so sorry it was painful for you. I guess every Woman's different when dealing with pain. I did have Cancer. I had Endometrial Cancer stage 1. I had a Hysterectomy in 2019. Took out all my Lady parts. I thank God it was caught early and I only needed surgery. Good luck to you. Sending Cali love. XOXO

[@gamerguy5591]

Testicular biopsy? Men are given strong opioid pain medication. Endometrial biopsy? Women are told to "just take a tylenol".

[@sarahrichmond44]

There is pain afterwards! I was in such pain after my procedure I was on advil for the rest of the day and could not sit without cramping

[@arlenezante143]

I had it without anesthesia the pain is tolerable

[@brunettepinkbabe]

Thank you for responding. I actually stopped birth control pills about 10 months ago. I was on them for 3 years prior to stopping. My cycles since stopping have been 56, 66, 42, and 90 days. I completely skipped having periods in Feb & March. In April I began spotting brown, then having a period, then spotting. This went on for 2.5 weeks. I took two BCP to try to stop the spotting, which it did for 3 days. Then I had what felt like another period from Thursday-Sunday. I have stopped bleeding completely now. Before BCP I typically only had 6 periods a year. Tomorrow is my ultrasound. Shouldn't my lining be super thin from all of this bleeding? I'm very worried it will be extremely thick. My doctor mentioned endometrial cancer. It scared me so much. I am only 28. Should I be worried about this irregular bleeding or cancer?

[@wotsitjimbob2271]

Had this week before last. Yes its pretty uncomfortable but not really painful. Bit of cramping and weird sensations. Bit of bleeding after and slight cramping. Felt fine by the time i got to Tesco.

[@brunettepinkbabe]

Please help. I took BCP for two days to try to stop the spotting. It worked, but 3 days later I'm bleeding dark red again.

[@faithnenadov3659]

Amber Depp I am too and it’s the 3rd day going through thick pads all day long

[@ashleighflood6262]

Did anyone have a tiny uterine polyp removed with no anesthesia at all with Endosee advance? I don't want a paracervical block or general anesthesia. I have had two babies vaginally and a few sonohysterograms. Will I beable to handle this endosee advance?

[@brunettepinkbabe]

Btw, most of the time my cycles are every other month resulting in a 4 day period. This cycle was about 30 days longer than usual. To be honest, I was extremely stressed out. Although that doesn't explain the other 42-56 day cycles.

[@ANikki24]

It’s not a cramp!! Wow

[@rochim.1192]

I had it done this morning, it’s 12:36 am and I’m feeling uncomfortable still having lots of cramping and pain. They should keep us in bed till the swelling comes down. I walked out in pain could barely walk… just not right.

[@SweetTeaTvTeaSippers]

Sir you dont know how much this hurt!!!!I just had it no it scrapes the uterus

[@ritacarlton9657]

I just had the procedure done today,I can say the procedure was fine,just a little cramping that's all in which I took 4 Motrin and a Xanax.i went great.

[@Reinachernandez]

How many days after do you bleed after biopsy? Going on 7 days now So done. Regret getting it.

[@brunettepinkbabe]

I'm so sorry to ask so many questions. My doctor didn't spend much time going over this with me. If I had PCOS with irregular, long cycles for my entire life, could endometrial hyperplasia/cancer develop? I am 28. I was on a BCP for 3 years prior to stopping last July. My cycles since have been 56, 66, 42, and 90 days. With the last cycle I started brown spotting for a week or so before mildly, then medium bleeding. I stupidly took 2 BCP to stop the bleeding, which it did. Then it came back on 3 days later. I was sort of heavy bleeding yesterday. It's been 3 weeks of this spotting/bleeding now. Wouldn't that mean my endometrium is super thin? I'm so confused and worried about hyperplasia/cancer.

[@MedTwice]

It is doubtful you have a hyperplasia and almost impossible for you to have a cancer with what you describe, The birth control pills provide a predominately progestational environment and thin the endometrium. PCOS provides an estrogenic environment and causes endometrial thickening which can lead to hyperplasia. This takes time. You have not had any cycles over 3 months since stopping the pill which is why I doubt you have a hyperplsia. Depending on other considerations your doctor may or may not want to do an endometrila biopsy. Follow their advice, they have the full picture which I do not have,

[@Skied1000]

I had mine done today ibhad painkillers before and definitely should have had a local anesthesia the cramping pain was awful and I felt faint and nauseous lasted about 30 mins after the procedure hope I won't beed another anytime soon 😑

[@EmilySchade]

I just had it done today I think it depends on the person it was uncomfortable but not to bad I have also had 3 kids I did still need the clamp though it was campy but again wasnt terrible

[@brunettepinkbabe]

The spotting is now only noticeable when I wipe. Could having one 90 day cycle cause hyperplasia?! I was on BCP for 4 years then had 66 and 42 day cycles. I feel like I spotted for a week, then bled for a week, and spotted for almost a week.

[@brunettepinkbabe]

Can my endometrium get thick from having a 90 day cycle to the point of having endometrial hyperplasia?

[@MedTwice]

It is very unlikely that a hyperplasia has developed in your case. I think it is wise for you to see your doctor, Your cycles are abnormal and clearly causing you some worry. You can discus with your doctor a strategy to normalize your menstrual pattern.

[@brunettepinkbabe]

I have an appointment for tomorrow. I have no idea what to expect. I'm very nervous. I've been spotting/bleeding off and on for 18 days. I had a 90 day cycle preceding this. The first week was very brown spotting. I've only had about 3 days in all that time where it's been an actual flow. I took two BCP pills to try to make it stop. It stopped for 3 days. However, now I am cramping and bleeding dark red blood. I feel like something is terribly wrong. My cycles off BCP have been 56 days, 66 days, 42 days, 90 days. I only had a 3-4 day period with all my other cycles.

[@MedTwice]

I am sorry you had such a bad experience. You might opt for a D&C this time, this is done under anesthesia. If you are done with childbearing, an endometrial ablation may be a good option for you. There is information on both of these procedures at MedTwice.com.

[@casseyboo89]

Just had this done yesterday afternoon. I feel even worse.

[@ashleighflood2201]

Is this good to get a small uterine polyp on the anterior wall for a biopsy? I dont want to be sedated or put under for a hysteroscopy and I'm looking for alternative I have a saline ultrasound it wasn't bad at all. Would it feel similar? I had a endoscope biopsy awake of my stomach and handle that no problem plus I had a baby. Should I beable to handle this if I can have this done ?

[@scrupulousreview6637]

It is horribly painful in particular case, all tissue was scratched from the endometrium resulting to a pain and fever for months, do not go!

[@brunettepinkbabe]

Now I'm cramping for the first time. It feels like a normal period.

[@Sillyfunkeyfurrymonk]

Is it normal for a 13 year old girl to have a period that lasts 2 weeks and before that didn't have a period for about 3 months . also it was really heavy like a night time pad would last about hour at the most

[@carayoung6056]

Thanks for the video. I was wondering if it is safe to do this procedure if you ovulated the day before? Could it still implant onto the uterus even with this procedure done? Also, how long does it take normally to get results back on the biopsy? Could this procedure cause scarring?

[@chat4538]

It doesn't hurt like on the finger but cause bleeding............................

[@MedTwice]

I understand that this procedure is painful. For some women it is not so bad but for others it really hurts. I am sorry you are in the really hurts category. There are no good anesthetic choices. Paracervical block has not been shown to decrease the pain from an endometrial biopsy (EMB). The other choice is going to the operating room and then a D&C is performed. Most women (although not all) prefer an office EMB to the risk and inconvenience of a D&C in the operating room.

[@2busysecretary]

Whatever shots I was given to my cervix for my second biopsy made a huge difference in pain. Ladies - ask for the shots!! I gave natural childbirth twice and honestly, this procedure is just as bad as 10 centimeter cramping.

[@Lionforaday]

I'm a physician now, but before that, I worked as a counselor at an abortion clinic in Canada. Telling patients that procedures are "uncomfortable" when they're extremely painful, is more than misleading - it's unethical. You say "most women prefer an office EMB." First of all, let's be honest - that's all that's on-offer, right? You say, "the other choice is going to the operating room," but honestly - IS that really a choice you offer patients? I doubt it. Second of all, were I not a doctor, and I didn't know better (and took you at your word that "most people find it uncomfortable"), I'd probably think, OK, well, he's done hundreds of them, so he'd know... and then I'd feel very tricked. The bottom line is that it's largely about the bottom line - general anaesthetic does carry additional risks (though conscious sedation carries less), but it's also more expensive and time-consuming, which all adds-up to "less cost-effective."

[@niffniffhooray]

I just had it done the other day and had a little cramping and bleeding, but nothing severe. At my ultrasound they did say my endometrium was 20 mm so maybe that's why. 🤷‍♀️

[@niffniffhooray]

A normal endometrium is about 4mm. Mine was 5 times the norm. That let my doctor know something was wrong. The procedure wasn't bad for me but that could be because my endometrium was so thick. Definitely find out why they want to do it though. I ended up having a hysterectomy shortly after.

[@niffniffhooray]

@@jbeauty4150 For the time in my cycle it should have been about 4mm. And yes, I had hyperplasia with atypia.

[@jessicajones7532]

can they do an endometrial biopsy with an iud already inside?

[@joeypayson8837]

Did you ever get an answer to this? It’s my question as well

[@sutenTaHotep]

Advice given by a man Without a cervix or experience Getting a biopsy so take it with a grain of salt. Just sayin 😒

[@shariward7733]

I'm having one next week. I'm going to self medicate because my dr said take two motrin before procedure. And that I would have some cramping but from what I have read I'll need real drugs. Thx for the heads up. Luckily I have a driver so taking drugs. :)

[@kreens07]

But I was cramping all day after and bleeding for 2 days 😭

[@sarahwyatt-um4xw]

I had it done a few weeks ago. It was horrible! Worse than labor, worse than when my appendix ruptured! That doctor just doesn't know!

[@loonyhairchickd6969]

this will be my second one and i am terrified beyond words last time took me 2 weeks before i was able to walk or sit in comfort. I'm a chronic bleeder i bleed months at a time 4 5 6 months birth controls don't work no one knows why or what will stop it. I'm running out of options any thoughts

[@yehyeh5066]

They are NOT doing that to me without knocking me out!!!!! I have a backwards tilted uterus. It will probably be worse!

[@niierkan2022]

I'm scared to have it. thank God they are prescribing me volume an hour before since I have anxiety, hope it help block the pain

[@Lionforaday]

It's Valium, and it wouldn't do anything for pain. It's to keep the patient calm(er) - that's all.

[@user-jl8lv4ql3n]

​@@Lionforaday there is better imaging technology dr scare tactic you into getting its a barbaric procedure the risk of infection outweghs benefits just my opinion

[@Lionforaday]

@@user-jl8lv4ql3n Well obviously I don't agree with the procedure, mostly bc as you say, the it's unnecessarily barbaric. I don't think individual doctors do it to line their pockets - it doesn't pay that much. Doctors aren't that creative - they just follow algorithms and guidelines and currently this is the guideline for dysfunctional uterine bleeding.

[@Lionforaday]

@@user-jl8lv4ql3n Why are you so mad at me - I agreed with you, for God's sake?! And yeah, I know about algorithms. We learned them in med school. I can't really follow your points, when you say, "I had it done and I'm done talking," that says literally nothing. I think you just hate doctors and I can't even really blame you if that's true, but don't take out your frustration on me - I'm the one saying the procedure is barbaric. The only thing I argued was that it's probably not done for financial gain (primarily) but rather bc doctors just follow rules. And then you laughed at me as though that was somehow absurd or the use of the word algorithm was somehow me being superior. I have no idea what your deal is, but you seem to have issues with doctors. And I get it, but don't paint everyone with the same brush.

[@roselorjeanfrancois956]

You guys are helpers we do appreciate that , when it comes to pain empathy need to be applying , when this procedure has to be done the part need to be numb point blank. Yesterday ... wow !

[@jenjones3035]

I had this done in my doctor’s office. He was very good I guess because it only took a couple of minutes and all I had was some cramping. I had cramps on and off for a day or two and a little spotting, but nothing unbearable about the whole experience. My 70+ year old mother had it after I did by the same doc. She also got along very well. I’m sure it depends on a lot of things, but just relaxing and knowing it only takes a few minutes made a big difference for us.

[@cherylkoski7184]

RELAXING?!?

[@jenjones3035]

@@cherylkoski7184 Yes. Not tensing and stressing because that makes it MUCH worse. Literally, a few minutes versus maybe a lifetime of cancer treatments is worth it. It was to us anyway.

[@cherylkoski7184]

JUST RELAX??? You are ridiculous. Every woman on here is reporting that they SCREAMED and CRIED in pain. And 95% of vaginal bleeding is NOT caused by cancer anyway!!!

[@jenjones3035]

@ And EVERY woman has an option to say no to her medical provider. If the idea of this test is too unnerving or frightening, a woman MUST say no and tell her doctor, whether a man or woman, to find another way. It is ANY patient’s right.

[@cherylkoski7184]

I said NO and the doctor dismissed me from his practice.

[@ladyessexlioness]

I’m sure this is what I’ll be having as had a coil in for 15 years and that’s another story but was taken out finally yesterday and that even hurt I don’t know if tissue had formed onto it but felt like a ripping plus had smear because my dr had left a note of brown spotting plus I was having many water infections they believe this could of also been due to the coil I’m still having pain now plus like a cut feeling inside stings then I get told I need to wait for appointment to go back as they want to look in with camera and take a sample from my womb so am I on the right video it’s to be done back in hospital but I’m sure they said about having a local although I can’t remember now with everything said but if it is this and no pain relief after yesterday and reading comments on here I’m dreading this I am 48 and have had 6 children over the years can anyone let me know dose this sound like same thing or something else??????????

[@tg8290]

That shit hurts its been 3 days I'm still bleeding

[@joshuajonson2719]

This pain is horrific, and no one should be made to have it done without anaesthetic, take loads of pain killers.

[@chat4538]

So yeah if I'm not sedated during the process I'm kicking the doctor not the stirrup. :)

[@sweetcheeks73]

I just had one done & it hurt like hell!

[@mmtx180]

IT IS PAINFUL!!!!!!

[@mandmzmom6525]

I had an EMB recently and it was totally fine...I felt a SLIGHT pinch and it was over....it was not any worse than a PAP. Much better than I thought!! I guess I am a lucky girl compared to others... I know everyone is different. I'm an MA and have assisted in several of these and have seen a range from someone not even flinching to ladies coming of the table in tears....everyone's experience is a little different and not all bad...

[@Lionforaday]

Yes, and I had a patient once who swore that the birth of her baby (at home, with a midwife) "wasn't at all painful." Instead, she described it as "intense pressure." So sure, there's going to be the odd duck who finds these kinds of things very tolerable - but I wouldn't call that the norm!

[@gamerguy5591]

Were you given pain medication or anesthesia? (lidocaine shot)

[@cdlasnier]

That is because sensation is less on the cervix than most other parts of the body. I have had my cervix number for surgery and didn't even feel the needle at all. Theee are less sensory nerves in most cases. I think that is what he is trying to describe.

[@Lionforaday]

Yes and no. I'm a physician and your information is only partly correct. The cervix is relatively insensitive to touch, so yes, you can inject it and even take small biopsies from it without a lot of pain. Dilating the cervix is another matter altogether. The cervix is exquisitely sensitive to stretch, which accounts for much of the pain of labour. You describe having had surgery on your cervix, and perhaps you're referring to laser surgery after abnormal pap tests - and yes, that surgery is pretty tolerable. Going through the cervix - to put in an IUD, to do an endometrial biopsy, to do a saline ultrasound, to terminate a pregnancy - all these are painful procedures, because the cervix needs to dilate enough to allow for passage of instruments.

[@channi101]

Crystal Lasnier No....just NO. U are describing 2 total different situations.

[@toniwilson1579]

Thank you for the information about this. I having one done tomorrow. This is very helpful. Thank you for saying there is no pain at all. I had a male GYN tell me 20 years ago that endometrosis, fibroids cysts tell me it usually don't hurt that bad. It took 31/2 hours of surgery for a female Dr. Got a family history of cancer, having postmenopausal bleeding which is why I having this done done tomorrow with a male. I did my homework, my female pramily care Dr know him. So i trusting her also taking a friend with me. You sound like a very good Dr and I do thank you for the explanation of this producer.

[@Daphattack]

Id love to hear how it went. I had one yesterday and BOY that was not fun.

[@pamelawhite7802]

How did your 😊biopsy go I go on the 3rd these replies have me nervous

[@angelamosley4588]

Is that a picture of a slain elephant on his wall?

[@MedTwice]

No, we are giving the elephant a bath on a hot day in India. We were there providing tsunami relief.

[@dbrooks4641]

I just had it done and I’m okay. Some cramps during the procedure and bleeding but nothing major like giving birth but hey everyone is different 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@gamerguy5591]

Were you given pain medication or anesthesia? (lidocaine shot)

[@anikomazan8871]

He has no womb do not believe him. Hurts like hell.

[@jennidoughty9460]

Very helpful video...

[@jeanettecollazo9616]

😢😢

[@dragonkat13]

says a guy who has never had one....

[@stevegamble1603]

How do you know you a man! It does hurt!