12 Ways to Prepare for a Breast Needle Biopsy

This video is meant for women who are preparing for a breast needle biopsy or who are in the process of scheduling an upcoming needle biopsy of the breast, and their loved ones. It was made for the purpose of giving an idea of how to prepare in various ways, without getting too specific, just in case you don't want to know all the details. Every biopsy is unique, but knowing what another person encountered and perceived can sometimes help. If you do want to know all the details, keep watching for more of my videos, suggested at the end. Further chapters in my journey are already shared, which may also be helpful if you get a diagnosis of DCIS.

I'm a nutritionist who got my education and board certification after many cancer scares--I'm still cancer free in the end, and in the long run, my message is about self care and living a lifestyle compatible with cancer resistance or resisting recurrence. This content is not meant to be a part of any debates or public discussions. I have a facebook group for DCIS survivors called Thriving with DCIS at   / dcisproof  


Resources:

Arnica Oil is mentioned as a resource in this video, and the following link will lead to the product that I used myself!

https://www.vitacost.com/boiron-arnic...


Time Codes:
0:00 Intro
1:06 Tendency to Keep Biopsy a Secret, so as not to Worry Others
1:39 How Much do You WANT to Know About Getting a Biopsy?
2:22 Trusting Your Radiologist
3:14 Deciding if You Want a Metal Marker "Left Behind" in Your Breast
5:28 Do I Have to See The Biopsy Needle?
6:07 Is Deeper Sharing with Your Radiologist a Good Distraction or a Regret?
7:08 What to Wear to a Biopsy
7:57 Meeting the Radiologist
9:04 How Much Novocaine or Lidocaine do You Need
9:44 Arnica Oil Helps with Bruising and Pain, Post Biopsy
10:44 Plan Some Post Biopsy Support and Debrief Time
12:00 Post Biopsy Self Care and Down Time
13:05 Research While You Wait for Biopsy Results
15:35 Wrap Up and Resources