Anyone ever have an angiogram?

UpcyclerGirl

I have to have an angiogram soon and am terrified...anyone here ever have one, and how did it go?

Noreenmarie1234

What kind? (Heart, Brain, Legs, Liver etc) That will depend on the persons experience and how uncomfortable it is. Leg Angios are usually a long procedure and some people have trouble holding still for so long. What are you afraid of specifically? They are very routine procedures and if you have a good doctor you have nothing to worry about. They will give you enough medication so that you are still awake but very mellow and relaxed and without pain.

Avidkeo

I'm a radiographer and perform angiography.

Have you discussed your concerns with your doctor? What are you concerned about?

watts6151

Had one on my heart a while back
Entry through the wrist
Never felt a thing, but was really cool getting to look at the inside of my heart, obviously you don’t have to watch, I just found it interesting.

Afterwards you’ll sit with a clamp on your wrist which the nurses was loosen the pressure on over a period of several hours the ensure the artery has sealed, take something to occupy yourself.

kshama2001

watts6151 wrote: »

Had one on my heart a while back
Entry through the wrist
Never felt a thing, but was really cool getting to look at the inside of my heart, obviously you don’t have to watch, I just found it interesting.

Afterwards you’ll sit with a clamp on your wrist which the nurses was loosen the pressure on over a period of several hours the ensure the artery has sealed, take something to occupy yourself.

Yes, I usually bring three forms of entertainment to the hospital, all fully charged - phone, Kindle, MP3 player. And cords and wall charger. After the last long trip I got a longer cord for my phone because the 4' cable that came with it was inconveniently short.

My procedures have not involved not eating, so I bring snacks as well, either protein bars or trail mix.

domeofstars

I'm sorry to hear that you are feeling so scared. I have had one, and it was ok- my mum was with me so that was helpful support. Also I have found that watching guided meditations on youtube have helped to calm my emotions alot.

californiagirl1969

I know this post is old, but I had 3 in 2022 emergency related, a bleed burst in my head I'm fine two years later, but I actually go in tomorrow for my fourth brain angiogram to make sure there are no residual problems. All were through my groin artery I don't remember the first two, but the third one was uncomfortable but bearable

The angiogram tomorrow will be through my wrist artery. And I will have a MRI beforehand.

I hope this message reaches you doing well.