How Painful is the Dye Injection Before a Lumpectomy?
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a year agoAnyone have any input on how painful the dye injection is before the lumpectomy and lymph node biopsy?
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The dye injection (sentinel lymph node mapping) can vary from person to person - some describe it as a brief pinch or burning sensation, while others find it more uncomfortable. Many people report that the anticipation is often worse than the actual procedure itself. Your medical team will work to keep you as comfortable as possible during this important step. Others in this community may be able to share their experiences to help you know what to expect.
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a year agoI didn’t have any pain with it.
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a year agoNo pain, a little discomfort only.
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a year agoIt was ok . Pain didn’t last long at all
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a year agoNo pain
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a year agoNo pain
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a year agoMy dye was injected after anesthesia was administered before my lumpectomy.
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a year agoNo pain had mine like a month ago
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a year agoNo pain at all!
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a year agoNot at all
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a year agoIt was very uncomfortable but tolerable.
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a year agoMine was done after anesthesia
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a year agoThat procedure hurt more than the biopsy and the lumpectomy.
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a year agoAwsome!
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a year agoAstrazanole
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a year agoYes very painful but luckily the pain was over quickly.
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a year agoI didn't have any pain. I had my lumpectomy on April 30, 2024.
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6 months agoThe dye injection (sentinel lymph node mapping) can vary from person to person - some describe it as a brief pinch or burning sensation, while others find it more uncomfortable. Many people report that the anticipation is often worse than the actual procedure itself. Your medical team will work to keep you as comfortable as possible during this important step. Others in this community may be able to share their experiences to help you know what to expect.
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