biopsy tomorrow, exercise question

Most calcifications are not DCIS or any cancer. Most of us develop calcifications as we age. I think how long for results just depends on the facility and how busy they are.

This aftercare sheet says no lifting over five pounds or vigorous exercise for three days after. The radiologist won’t be able to tell by looking or tell you much more than you know now.

https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/patient-education/caring-yourself-after-image-guided-breast-biopsy

My aftercare instructions were no vigorous exercise for 48 hours. This is to avoid risk of bleeding. Ice will be your friend to keep discomfort at bay. They won’t be able to tell you anything the day of. You will not be able to see what they take out. As far as results... I have gotten results in as little as 1 day up to 4 days.

Hang in there. This process of biopsy and waiting is so very stressful! I have made it successfully through 3 biopsies...you can do it too!

Brooke-

I forgot to give you my best advice for a biopsy. Before the procedure I recommend that you ask them exactly when and how you will be told the results (phone call, another appointment, etc). For me, knowing exactly how and when I could expect the results was very calming. I wish for benign results for you, and listen...nothing wrong with a few drinks at a time like this. Hope you get some sleep tonight and that everything goes smoothly tomorrow. Hugs.

Yeah, ask them for aftercare instructions, but I would take a couple of days off. Bumping the area can cause a hematoma. I had one and it really really hurt. So take it easy. You could probably take a walk the second day. I used to not miss a workout and having cancer taught me it's ok to take a break!

Hi Brooke! Are you having an excisional biopsy, or needle biopsy? I was able to do light exercise the day after my stereo biopsy, but had to wait a while after my excisional biopsy. Also, I just want to share my experience to set your mind at ease. Like Melissa said above, most calcifications are not cancer. I went through what you're going through just last year, and my mind went to the absolute worst place. I had calcifications as well, but mine were grouped and linear, which can indicate DCIS. I had a stereo biopsy in December, which showed ADH(Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia). I received my results in about 2-3 days. Went on to have an MRI & excisional biopsy to make sure nothing else was hiding, and the diagnosis remained the same. I hope your biopsy goes well. Thinking of you today.

glad you are done, Brooke and hope you get good news results very soon!