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Do you get general anesthesia for prostate biopsy?

I will have a prostate biopsy. Do you get general anesthesia for prostate biopsy?

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General anesthesia is administered to make it easier for the patient to stay still during the procedure. Pain in the area between the anus and the scrotum is common from few days to several weeks. Also, blood in the urine can be found for a few days to few weeks. Any surgical procedure has their risk. the main thing that happens after a probate biopsy is pain in the area between the anus and the scrotum is common from few days to several weeks. Also, blood in the urine can be found for a few days to few weeks. Fever, pain or burning sensation during urination could be an indication of infection. Consult your healthcare provider. Thank you.
Usually not.
Usually not.
No, no need for general anesthesia, usually office procedure.
Normally, no.