Best mac compatible mouse for photoediting?

I am new to photoediting and just purchased Lightroom 5. I own a MacBook Pro and am wondering if those of you who have tried different mouses over the years have a favorite one best suited for editing. I am not a professional, just an enthusiastic beginner.
Thanks!

I don't think any particular mouse is better than another for photo editing. You probably want a two button mouse with a scroll wheel but this is the basic mouse anyway. Some people like more buttons to attach keyboard shortcuts and the like but it's never seemed worth it to me. Go cheap and simple is my recommendation.

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