Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Call emergency services for collapse, severe breathing difficulty, uncontrolled bleeding, or rapidly worsening symptoms.
Do not drive yourself if you feel faint or seriously unwell.
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Seek urgent medical assessment after a biopsy if you develop:
Increasing or severe abdominal, chest, shoulder, or neck pain
Dizziness, fainting, marked weakness, or a racing heartbeat
Shortness of breath
Fever or chills
Increasing redness, warmth, swelling, pus, or bleeding at the site
Vomiting that does not settle
A swollen or increasingly firm abdomen
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
For routine questions, contact the team during normal hours if pain is not improving, the wound remains tender or swollen, or you are unsure about activity, medicines, or follow-up.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Liver biopsy. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.