Here are some questions to ask your doctor before having a breast biopsy. It may help to bring a family member or friend along to help take notes.

• What type of biopsy do you recommend? Why?
• How does the size of my breast affect the procedure?
• Where will you do the biopsy?
• Will there be a hole there? Will it show afterward?
• What exactly will you do?
• How long will the biopsy take?
• Will I be awake or asleep during the biopsy?
• Will there be stitches?
• Can I drive home afterward or will I need someone to drive me?
• When can I take a shower?
• When can I go back to work? Will I be tired?
• Will my activities be limited?
  
  View a printable list of questions to ask your doctor.