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[smoochy]

never had one in all my 72 yrs. Now I have some significant abnormalities in my uterus, necessitating this procedure and a biopsy. I'm really worried. Have any of you had this done? How was the recovery? My APRN says just a few days of rest and I'll be fine 

[beach-mom]

@smoochy - I had my only one after a miscarriage years ago. I was back teaching in 3 days. I slept, but I don't remember having a lot of pain. I think you'll be fine!  

[Linmo]

I've had both a uterine biopsy and a D&C, but at different times.  To be honest, the biopsy was very uncomfortable because I wasn't given any pain medication beforehand.

I was given some pain medication before the D&C but was awake during the procedure.I didn't feel any discomfort.

The D&C took longer, but both were relatively quick.  Recovery for both procedures was a breeze.  Best wishes!

[EastCoastGal]

@smoochy 

My sister recently had the same thing! She was 68 at the time. They removed what had to be removed, had biopsy and thank God she's fine! She rested for a few weeks but she said she didn't have any pain. 

Wishing you good luck too! These things happen to us ladies at all ages! You'll be fine. 💖

[GingerHead]

@smoochy 

I've had a hysteroscopy (sp?) and also a uterine polyp removal surgery...so somewhat similar.

I was under sedation and when I woke I had a tiny amount of cramping (not bad) and slight bleeding for a couple of days but no real bad pain. I was feeling so good after surgery that we went out to eat on the way home.

So really not bad....the time leading up to it I was a nervous wreck but don't be like me and worry too much because it really wasn't that bad at all! Good luck! 

[smoochy]

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@Linmo wrote:

I've had both a uterine biopsy and a D&C, but at different times.  To be honest, the biopsy was very uncomfortable because I wasn't given any pain medication beforehand.

I was given some pain medication before the D&C but was awake during the procedure.I didn't feel any discomfort.

The D&C took longer, but both were relatively quick.  Recovery for both procedures was a breeze.  Best wishes!

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I supposedly had a uterine biopsy a couple weeks ago in the office. She said I may feel a little pinch. Whoa! Yeah that hurt a lot. Unfortunately she was unable to get enough tissue for testing at that time. 

[elated]

I just wanted to share my experience with my first colonoscopy at age 77. I was scared to death and kept thinking I would cancel but I didn't.. The worst part was the preparation. I got nauseated with the morning prep. I was shaking when I went into the room. I was wheeled on a gurney and to the testing. I was awake for a few minutes before I was out like a light.  The next thing I remember was being back in my room. I got the results and they were good. I was relieved. 

My point is I think the anticipation was worse than the test. I just want to wish you well. Nothing in life is easy but it will work out.  Take care.

[EastCoastGal]

@smoochy 

When are you having this procedure because I'd like to know how you made out okay?? Again... Good luck! 

[Blondie2022]

Never had any abdominal surgery until I was 67.  I had a stream of blood come out of me.  I did the biopsy in the doctors office.  It was painful and I passed out.  Because they could not get significant tissue, I had a D&C and a polyp was removed.  After surgery, I went out to eat and had no pain at all. I just took it easy for 1-2 days.  Everything was okay with the outcome.

[I am still oxox]

Wow I was not aware they still did that kind of surgery now that everything is laproscipic. My Mom had several of the in the 1960's the dark ages for female medicine