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sentinel node biopsy
Hi there my name is Anna. i am having surgery next week , my anxiety levels are pretty high. i am very nervous about the sentinel node biopsy. the idea of having a needle near the nipple. i am re...
Hiannabody67 I’m sorry you’re going through this, and can relate! I was really worried about that too.
My experience was two years ago. I had a local anaesthetic, and I noted down my surgeon told me the biopsy wound would also have a local anaesthetic dressing applied afterwards. My recovery after the lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy was very straightforward and manageable. I was offered some stronger pain relief to take home and Panadol, I managed just fine on the Panadol.
Wishing you all the very best
Thanks so much for your reply. Really appreciate it. Feeling alot less stressed. Having that local makes all the difference.