During leukemia treatment I had 7 or 8 bone marrow biopsies. At every one they asked if I wanted some form of anaesthetic. I would imagine that techniques and protocols vary from site to site. This was at the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Your mileage may vary. I never used it. read more
Hello, I know if you have MF, a Bone marrow Biopsy is far more difficult to do and more painful as the bone marrow is dry..It can also cause quite bad backache for several days later. It also depends sometimes on the experience by the Doctor. read more