Last Friday I had a FNA procedure on the 2 lumps in my neck, this wasn't sufficient apparently and now have to have a core biopsy. Bit worried about it as ths FNA was agony as I didn't get a local anaesthetic! Has anyone else had one?
Core biopsy of thyroid node tomorrow... - Thyroid UK
Core biopsy of thyroid node tomorrow...
Why didn't you get given a local anesthetic? That sounds sadistic. (I have no experience of what you've had done, so have no idea of what is standard practice.)
I hope you get more compassionate treatment tomorrow.
Whatever happens, good luck, hope it goes well, and you get the outcome you hope for.
Lindsaydawson,
I had core biopsy done at the same time as FNA. It's just a less fine needle to take larger samples. Neither was painful so I'm pretty sure I had local anaesthetic. Ask for it tomorrow, not that you should have to ask.
I had a FNA too - bit spooky but no anaesthetic or pain, mind you I've had worse...
best wishes
Had the biopsy done this morning, the local was ok and the main event was mainly a pushing and twisting feeling. Two samples of tissue were taken, I hope that's enough because I don't think I could go through it again!
Results!!
All tests inconclusive, lymph node nodules "highly suspicious" - back to clinic on Monday to see head honcho, Mr Nicolaides, for yet more tests.