How I Survived an Endometrial Biopsy

How I Got Through an Endometrial Biopsy

I've struggled with extremely painful periods my whole life. Before undergoing surgery, my doctor needed to confirm there were no signs of cancer, which required an endometrial biopsy (EB).

When I arrived for my appointment, the doctor had all the tools laid out and informed me that the procedure needed to be done that day. I had never heard of it before and they kind of sprung it on me. However, something in me was saying "Don't do it." So, I decided to reschedule for a later date—and I'm so glad I did!

After reading several posts on Reddit, I realized just how painful the procedure could be if done without proper pain management. Thanks to the advice I found, I was able to advocate for myself and ensure I received the right medication.

Pain Management Plan That Helped Me:
✔ Valium – Taken 1 hour before the procedure
✔ Norco – Taken 1 hour before the procedure
✔ Tramadol injection – Administered in the gluteal muscle
✔ Lidocaine injection – Numbing shot in the cervix
✔ Distraction technique – Counting backward from 100 during the procedure

Advocating for Pain Relief
Initially, the nurse told me that pain medication wasn’t offered in the clinic for this procedure. However, I didn’t accept that answer. I messaged my doctor directly, and she was happy to send in a prescription for the medications I needed.

It's been two days since the procedure, and I'm feeling alright. If you’re scheduled for an EB, I strongly recommend advocating for pain relief and preparing ahead of time. You deserve to be as comfortable as possible!