Why only one node removed during mastectomy?

Has anyone else had only one sentinel node removed during their mastectomy?  I thought we had at least three of these nodes and I've no idea why my surgeon didn't remove them all.  She removed one and wasn't very forthcoming about why!  Had tracer put in the afternoon before the operation.  No blue die was used either.  I also had 2 areas of BC (hence the mastectomy and not lumpectomy), but only one tracer injection placed in near the DCIS and not higher up where a small area of invasive was?  Are 2 tracer injections ever used??  Anyone else experienced this?

  • Hi Mary

    I have just had my appointment and it was really helpful for me. I had sent through some questions in advance and to have the hour to go through in detail with someone who is also involved in research as well as current NHS/ private practice was great. 

    So for me it was worth every penny and will help me move forward. I wish you well and congratulations on your results - you have every reason to look forward to your future  

    Xx

  • Thank you Dorestgirl,

    I'm so glad you managed to speak to a consultant for a second opinion and I hope it was helpful and informative this afternoon.   More importantly I hope it gave you some peace of mind.
     

    This process leaves us traumatised and whilst feeling very lucky to be told I'm okay, I, like you, just need that extra reassurance to move forward.

    That's all really great advice and I'm going to collate together all the information as and when I speak to my nurse.

    Wishing you all the very best and thanks again.

    Mary xx