When to call your doctor
There are certain alarming symptoms that may occur after your biopsy. You should immediately call your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms:
- Difficulty breathing
- Bleeding from the biopsy site
- Redness or drainage at the biopsy site
- Coughing up blood
- Fever [7]
- Chest pain
When to expect your result
Once the tissue samples are examined, a report will be sent to your doctor, who will inform you of your result. Results are typically ready in 2 or 3 days, although your doctor may not receive them immediately.
The result will determine if additional tests are needed. Once the diagnosis is determined, a treatment plan will be recommended or you may be referred to other specialists.
Conclusion
Lung needle biopsy is a safe procedure that is done to diagnose lung issues. It involves the extraction of lung tissue samples to be tested on and examined. The procedure is done by a radiologist. Although the risks are low, it is still important that you contact your doctor if you notice any complications after.
References
[1] https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/ct-scan/about/pac-20393675
[2] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/lung-infection-symptoms
[3] https://www.cancer.org/treatment/understanding-your-diagnosis/tests/endoscopy/mediastinoscopy.html
[4] https://www.cancer.org/treatment/understanding-your-diagnosis/tests/endoscopy/bronchoscopy.html
[5] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/11086-non-steroidal-anti-inflammatory-medicines-nsaids
[6] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/265689
[7] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/10880-fever