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How long does discomfort last after a prostate biopsy?
Probably that day of the procedure. If you are still hurting after 3 days, call your urologist.
midazolam
Not my area of expertise. Perhaps an internist can help.
Lab reports?
The average amount of hemoglobin and the size, respectively of a patient's red blood cells.
Does a thyroid biopsy require general anesthesia?
Usually not.
About HIV transmission?
Probably not. Did you have a cut on your hand? If concerned, get tested in approximately 3 months.
CBC with DIFF?
Not too concerned about the anion gap. Request serum B12 and folate testing and also an RBC folate test. You may have megaloblastic anemia. Probably time to see a hematologist.
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Not too concerned about the anion gap. Request serum B12 and folate testing and also an RBC folate test. You may have megaloblastic anemia. Probably time to see a hematologist.
Is a little blood in stool serious?
Possibly. You need to have a physical examination and possibly scoped.
What should I do after a kidney biopsy?
Take it easy. Keep an eye on your incision. Take Tylenol for pain if needed. Avoid aspirin and NSAIDs.
What levels of PSA indicate prostate problems?
Over 4 may signify an issue. Also rapidly increasing PSA levels whether normal or not.
How long is strict bed rest necessary after the renal biopsy?
You need to speak to your urologist/nephrologist about that. They should tell you that before the procedure.
Drainage identification?
For a more definitive identification, a sample needs to be sent to a lab for microscopic examination. This might be a pilonidal cyst. May want to contact a surgeon.
How long do sperm test results take?
There are lots of different types of sperm tests. Depends on what type you are getting.
What are the side effects of prostate biopsy?
Pain, bleeding, pressure, perhaps cramping. usually not severe and lasts a few hours or maybe a day. If symptoms are severe and/or you go into the second day after the biopsy, READ MORE
Pain, bleeding, pressure, perhaps cramping. usually not severe and lasts a few hours or maybe a day. If symptoms are severe and/or you go into the second day after the biopsy, contact the urologist that performed the procedure.
Do I have leukemia?
Your blood smear needs to be examined by a hematopathologist, and you may need a bone marrow examination.
What should I do if my GFR is low?
Get referred to a urologist or nephrologist.
What should you not do before a breast biopsy?
I would check with the mammography center about that.
Can you fix high creatinine levels?
A nephrologist or a urologist may assist you with this.
How long do you stay in hospital after a kidney biopsy?
It depends. I have seen outpatient surgery, overnight, or for a couple of days. Depends on the patient and the doctor's feelings about stuff like that.
Serum overnight storage before shipping?
It should be fine, but if you still have concerns, just repeat the test. I would recommend having a lab do it for you, so you don't have to worry about transportation yourself.
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It should be fine, but if you still have concerns, just repeat the test. I would recommend having a lab do it for you, so you don't have to worry about transportation yourself.
Can the COVID vaccine affect my semen levels?
I have not heard this. I would guess no but refer to a urologist.
