Well I had both procedures done. I guess that's why they used the blue dye to see a head of time how many lympnodes where involved. I was also told before this by my breast surgeon the most in his opinion would be three nodes. Which thank God there were only three that showed up and all where negative for cancer.

A lymph node biopsy takes tissue from 1 node and examines it. A lymph node dissection implies taking out a group of lymph nodes to examine. Because more than 1 lymph node is removed, there is an increased chance of complications, especially lymphedema.

@A MyBCTeam Member, so sorry to hear this! I am part of a local support group for people with or at risk for lymphadema. I have learned so much about it and the amount of daily management it takes. There are many women in the group who have talked about how much is involved (machines, compression, taping, etc.).

I admire you for all of the strength it takes to navigate a cancer diagnosis, but also deal with having lymphadema. My prayers and support are with you 🩷

So very glad that the lymph nodes were negative. Praising God for your wonderful news.

Here is a similar article from breastcancer.org on another study. https://www.breastcancer.org/research-news/no-l...