He or she can then recommend further treatment if necessary. There are some risks when you have general anesthesia. Discuss these risks with your doctor. A local anesthesia may not numb the area quite enough and you may feel some minor discomfort. Also, in rare cases, you may have an allergic reaction to the drug used in this type of anesthesia.
Local anesthesia is considered safer than general anesthesia.
A lumpy scar called a keloid may form on your breast. You should ask your doctor how these risks apply to you. Call the doctor immediately if there is a lot of redness, pain, or drainage from the puncture site. You have questions about the procedure or its result. You want to make another appointment.