I had a hysterectomy 9 weeks ago. My surgery went fine- I thought- then my liver started hurting 2 weeks later. My liver panel was very elevated. Then the numbers returned to normal.... but my liver is still hurting BAD. It is tender. I do not have hepatitis, have had an ultrasound and CAT scan but NOTHING SHOWS UP. At the beginning my liver was enlarged, but not now. I still have pain. The only thing left to try is a liver biospy. Can someone tell me--- who has had one--- how bad it hurts and if i will be sick from the biopsy. THANK YOU.... oh- if you have any ideas what could cause this pain/condition after an operation, please let me know. I am NOT jaundiced. HELP!!!
2007-03-14 08:14:21 · 5 answers · asked by Virginia W 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
What was the reason for the hysterectomy?
The liver biopsy is usually performed on an outpatient basis. A mild sedative may be given to the patient prior to the procedure. Sometimes, an ultrasound or echo machine is used to identify the best location to make the biopsy. Usually, the physician can make this determination simply by examination. The patient lies quietly on the back or slightly to the left side. That area of the skin where the biopsy will be done is carefully cleaned. Then, a local anesthetic agent is used to numb the skin and tissue below. A specially designed thin needle is inserted through the skin. At this point, the physician will tell the patient how to breathe. The needle is advanced into and out of the liver. This takes only 1 or 2 seconds. A slender core of tissue is removed with the needle, and is then processed through the laboratory. The entire procedure from start to finish lasts only 15 to 20 minutes.
The patient is kept at rest for several hours following the exam. Medical personnel check the heart rate and blood pressure during this time. There may be some discomfort in the chest or shoulder, however, this is usually temporary. Medication is available for this discomfort, if needed. Before being discharged, the patient is given instructions about returning to normal activities and about eating. Activity is usually restricted for a day or so after the biopsy. However, the procedure does not require a long recovery period.
2007-03-14 08:31:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Liver Biopsy What To Expect
2016-11-04 11:36:55 · answer #2 · answered by pellenz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a liver biopsy a decade ago, and I'm not sure if the procedure has changed, but it was kind of like getting a shot - they quickly stick in the instrument and take only a tiny sliver of your liver tissue out. It takes seconds, really. I felt tender there afterward, but if you're having liver pain, try to overcome your fear and know that you'll soo have answers. Good luck.
2007-03-14 08:17:47 · answer #3 · answered by pokecheckme 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is normal practise to give you something to relax, the site of entry of the needle and tissues underneath are injected with a local anaesthetic . This happens after blood tests have been done. following the biopsy it is not uncommon to be sore for which you will have some safe pain relief.
2016-03-28 23:05:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
have they checked your gallbladder ? I had high liver enzymes and even got jaundice the doctor told me it was my gallbladder I had gallstones and had it removed .And now my blood tests are normal .I hope everything works out for you!!
2007-03-14 08:38:44 · answer #5 · answered by Dennise 25 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋