Biopsy Today - Piece of Cake

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Hey All~

I went to the hospital and had my liver biopsy today. Apart from the

total confusion of finding where to go at the hospital, once I got

to the right place, all went amazingly well! I have remained silent

during the " wimp " discussion because I am the biggest wimp there

is..and I can honestly say that the biopsy was virtually painless.

Even the anethesia shot was not too bad. Worst part of it was the

worrying beforehand.

I have to say, having my fiance rub my feet while they were giving

me the shot helped a lot! Of course, prayer helped calm me down and

focus me on why I was even there - to find out how damaged my liver

is already. The doctor was excellent (I had the procedure at St.

Joe's in Orange, CA), he took 3 samples and was done in 15 minutes.

They went in through the center of my upper abdomen, not through the

side as the procedure is often described on various websites. The

doctor explained that the biggest risk was bleeding because the

liver is so vascular. Luckily, I didn't experience any. I stayed in

recovery for an hour and then they kicked me out, whereupon I

immediately visited Starbucks for my 5 shot iced espresso.

I know it's not going to be a bed of roses managing this disease, so

I am thankfultoday went well. Now, the waiting for the results

begins....

Peace,