Question 1

i'm having an endometrial biopsy. should i take meloxicam or aleve (naproxen)?

Accepted Answer

Neither w/o advice: Contact the doctor who will do the procedure and ask for directions for before and after. Don't do anything w/o their advice and/or knowledge. This can be very important, so call ASAP for guidance so that the test is most effective, accurate and safe. I hope it goes well!

Question 2

who need a endometrial biopsy?

Accepted Answer

Endometrial Biopsy: Generally, an endometrial biopsy is indicated for peri menopausal women who experience dysfunctional uterine bleeding that fails to respond to medical treatment. Your doctor will also order an ultrasound to take a look at the uterus.

Question 3

how to prepare for endometrial biopsy?

Accepted Answer

No special : Preparation is needed for endometrial biopsy.

Question 4

how dangerous is an endometrial biopsy?

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Minor: There are two types: a curettage and a biopsy. The lining of the endometrium is sample through the vagin and cervix. You usually don't feel anything as there are no nerves in the endometrium. Rarely, perforation through the uterus wall may occur, but this is an exceedingly uncommon and unlikely scenario.

Question 5

what if my endometrial biopsy is abnormal?

Accepted Answer

Treatment: Abnormal biopsy could be revealing inflammation, hyperplasia or neoplasia of endometrium.
Sometimes, endometrial biopsy fragments can show stromal tissue changes, suggestive leiomyoma ( benign tumor). 
Ob-gyn physician follow up recomended.
Thank you for question.

Question 6

what will an endometrial biopsy feel like?

Accepted Answer

Cramping: The procedure is variably uncomfortable for different patients, but generally quite tolerable.  Some patients may have some discomfort or cramping, during or several hours later, and may have some vaginally spotting.  However, most effects are mild and very temporary.

Question 7

i'm having an endometrial biopsy & looking for relief from pain?

Accepted Answer

Endometrial biopsy: This produces minimal discomfort you should not need pain medication. Procedure is quite simple.

Question 8

is it possible to have an endometrial biopsy while menstrating?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Sometimes women have so much unpredictable bleeding, biopsies while bleeding are unavoidable. The results should be reliable.

Question 9

i am having an endometrial biopsy by brushing. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: An endometrial biopsy can be preformed by placing a small cannula inside the uterus and taking a sample.  The tube is takes a sample as it is pulled in a circular in and out motion along the lining of the uterus which is the endometrium.  It applies a gentle suction to collect the sample, .

Question 10

is it normal to have bleeding after hysteroscopy/endometrial biopsy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, there will be some spotting or bleeding after the procedure. It is perfectly normal. Anytime the uterus is manipulated in this way there will be some bleeding and discharge.

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