Update on bone marrow biopsy

[Lilbert]

Hello everyone. This is just an update on my bone marrow biopsy.. Last time they tried, the local anaesthetic didn't work so I couldn't have it. Today I went and had no problem. The staff were amazing and I was not in any discomfort. I felt a little light headed when I sat up but I wasn't rushed and was given tea and biscuits before I left. After the initial apprension I was fine and this was due to the ease the staff gave me. I have used this forum a few times and I find it invaluable so thank you to all of you who replied to my last post. I wish you all well.

[Cat1001954]

so glad you had a good experience

[Lilbert in reply to Cat1001954]

Thank you so much.

[Hatchie]

Glad to hear it all went well. Nothing worse than a bad bmb.

[Lilbert in reply to Hatchie]

Thank you, it all went fine

[Dojojojo]

Morning Lilbert,

That is great news for you. 😀

Did you have any form of sedation as well as local anaesthetic?

I may have to have a second as my first was a suboptimal sample and am thinking of conscious sedation this time.

Thanks for sharing your news.

[Lilbert in reply to Dojojojo]

Morning Dojojojo. I was given a Lorrazepam tablet an hour before the biopsy to relieve anxiety. While the procedure was being done, another nurse was chatting constantly to me. She was lovely. I honestly never felt a thing once the local anaesthetic numbed me. I hope yours goes as well.

[Dojojojo in reply to Lilbert]

Thanks Lilbert, I will make sure I ask for that.

You will have helped alot of people with your post!

[Lilbert in reply to Dojojojo]

I think it's great to have this forum where we can all help each other. Good luck with your biopsy and best wishes to you.

[Manaaki]

This is truly wonderful to read! I am having mine next Tuesday and reading your experience has given me hope that it doesn’t have to be a horror show ☺️

[Lilbert in reply to Manaaki]

I do hope yours goes well too. I was very apprehensive beforehand, but all went well and I wouldn't be worried again if I had to have another. Good luck with yours.

[RedCardRob]

Glad you had a much better experience second time around.

[Lilbert in reply to RedCardRob]

Thank you Redcar Rob.

[Lyndjs]

Great to hear it all went well 🙂

[Lilbert in reply to Lyndjs]

Thank you so much.

[ainslie]

congratulations, I’m a bit miffed because I’ve never got tea and biscuits 😂

[Grateful333 in reply to ainslie]

Yes my procedure was 5 years ago...wonder if they'd take a complaint?

[Lilbert in reply to ainslie]

Thank you. I was lucky😊😊

[Cja1956]

Glad to hear it went well.

[Lilbert in reply to Cja1956]

Thank you.

[Spanelmad]

Glad to here it was successful this time!!

[Lilbert in reply to Spanelmad]

Thank you

[Pogm]

Good news! A compassionate, caring nursing staff makes all the difference! When I had mine done over a year ago, the nurses talked me through the whole thing, calming my nerves. I was given a topical anesthesic and Ativan. It all worked out well.

[Lilbert in reply to Pogm]

Absolutely. I couldn't have wished for better care and compassion.