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This is not necessarily concerning. During lymph node surgery, surgeons may need to remove additional nodes based on what they find during the procedure. When checking for melanoma spread, doctors often start by identifying sentinel nodes (those closest to the tumor) using special dyes and imaging. If they find concerning Show Full Answer

This is not necessarily concerning. During lymph node surgery, surgeons may need to remove additional nodes based on what they find during the procedure. When checking for melanoma spread, doctors often start by identifying sentinel nodes (those closest to the tumor) using special dyes and imaging. If they find concerning signs, they may need to check additional nearby nodes.

The number of nodes removed often depends on what the surgeon observes during the procedure and their assessment of potential cancer spread. This thorough approach helps ensure they can properly stage the cancer and plan appropriate treatment. You may experience some swelling or pain as the surgical site heals. Your doctor can provide pain medication and may give you a special drain to help manage swelling. These are normal parts of the recovery process. Be sure to follow up with your healthcare team about your biopsy results and any concerns about your recovery.

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