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I de idea to grab a cpl of Robaxicets muscle relaxants and go sit in my chair with my back seat and sufficient rent cushions to at least rest, if not sleep. Should I continue with my relatively good quality of life as long as Im able and live (or die) with the consequences OR do the bypass with a real consequence being a material diminuition in my quality of life.? In August i had an aorta anyerism that dissected all the way down my aorta. I was in cumadin but my numbers went from one to nine, very irratic. If you have, please reach out to me. I have dropped over30 pounds since surgery 90 days ago, and I am working 5-6 hours a day. At least I pray it is muscle pain! Anyone have this problem? You may have been in the intensive care unit some of the time, in . Routine Office visit with no prexisting signs. I dont just know the reason why some people is finding it difficult to believe that there is a cure for herpes, I have been suffering from herpes since six years with my wife but today I am happy that I have been cured from it with the herbal medicine made by Dr abaka the great healer, I was browsing the internet searching for help when I came across a testimony shared by someone on how Dr abaka cure Him from Herpes Virus. 2019 Mar;61:124-129. doi:10.1016/j.jocn.2018.10.108, (4) King R. Microscopic anatomy: normal structure. It was Aortic Valve aneurysm and also Aortic Valve replacement. I had open heart surgery seven weeks ago and they put a patch (from my heart sac) on the hole. That makes driving a car and working difficult although I do both. Bill Welsh Thank you all for your post and stories, I am a 67 year male, I am beginning to feel better and maybe normal(?) Ann N Y Acad Sci. I am also 5 months out of quadruple bypass. My struggle is with pain between my shoulder blades. All of a sudden I'd be in agony. Roll on 10 months, I have had aortic replacement valve. I am lifting 30 plus pounds, but not over doing it. How do you cope?? The concern I have is that I have a persistent sharp pain on the left side of my chest which feels like it's coming from my heart or my lungs. I am horrified that I will have to undergo another OHS! Everybody, hang in there. I had a pump placed in my Heart during the Cath and they discovered I needed By-pass. I decided just to take one 500mg paracetamol in the evening, in case I have pain. I have also had numbness on my right breast since my surgery on 2/14 of this year. My name is Jan and Im 54 years old. I made notes and called my PC physician and though she ordered a battery of test, I only got a basic EKG and was told at the end of my visit that during the EKG my heart stopped twice thats why they had to do the test twice but the second test my heart did not stop. I had the surgery 2 years ago and I am still experiencing pain in my sternum with every breath. Even being a healthcare provider, I sometimes feel frustrated by the slowness of the recovery. I was told my Lungs and my Heart were still recovering and the Virus would most likely cause me to have grave symptoms. Diane B, Hi all, its been very interesting reading all of the comments. Hi Marry, I am Vanna 29 years old. Ive looked all over for a cabg forum but cannot find. Your stories (for the most part) have encouraged me. My sleep pattern has not been good. Hand numbness: Numbness, tingling, and pain in the fingers suggests a pinch nerve that may originate in the neck, elbow, or wrist. Im 60 years old, thought pain would be bad. Andr Simon, Consultant Cardiac Surgeon at Royal Brompton Hospital, tells us how heart surgery has developed during his 21-year career. Hope this passes soon, I had double bypass on April 3. Basically, bacteria was growing all through my heart, it destroyed the tricuspid valve and aortic valve as well as damaging the upper electrical node and stretching my heart muscle to nearly twice its normal size. I hope it is better now. Then they saw through the sternum (breast bone or chest plate). Stretching may have been too muchsoooo will eliminate weight. Today she has very little pain most days and can see kids without a problem. I went vegan for the diet (wasnt too hard, as my oldest teenage son has been vegan for about 7 years now). Hello Everyone, I thought I was alone with aortic disease until I read everyones post. But the outcome is sweet. I am going to try an ice pack on it has anyone else had this? Just give him as much love as you can, its really hard to break and everythign makes you tired. I hear you Maryann. from the time i found out i needed a bypass to a week or so after surgery it was tough and emotions would sometimes get the better of me and if your son is like me, prefer to be alone when those moments come. Within 3 hours my doctor called me and said I need to find a cardiologist immediately. Recovery took longer than I anticipated, but was slow. It will take time. I think I may be getting another one. Although my rehab was cancelled due to the current coronavirus lockdown, the nurse informs me that had things been normal that I would have received physio as part of the rehab. Feel like my life revolves around watching the clock to take meds. I feel like I have rats in my brain. However Ive been concerned about the chest pain and numb arm spells which I have 3-5 of daily. I was told I had a rib that hadn't settled into the right place yet and it could also be caused by the nerves healing. My very best wishes go out to all my fellow HEART patients. It didnt and ended up after 4 months causing dilated cardio myopathy and a lower ejection fraction of 35%. Common Complaints After Surgery. It is also called "pump head.". However, I have found that going to cardiac rehab, which is like a gym where there are nurses and your heart is monitored while on exercise equipment has helped a great deal. I feel sourness in my chest and that has been scaring me. Im 56years old and had a quadruple bypass on May 4, 2018. I am self employed, so have already had to start working again, but luckily I am able to work mostly from home and my days arent too long yet. Am hoping another cpl good nights rest will alleviate that.. Did a little walking today bit didnt come close to the past week of 1-1/2 lie a day My mind is telling g me, this is just a minor setbackand things will once again improve. I was referred to a cardiologist who then advised me that it would be a case of when, not if Id need to have a valve replacement. . Sleeping is a mess, I sleep propped up a bit but basically wake up after abut 2.5 hours and am wide awake. My hea, Deep buring pain after open heart surgery, CHEST PAIN NOT CARDIAC AFTER OPEN HEART SURGERY, constant fear, depression and pain after open heart, Mammo's after Open Heart Surgery for Mitral Valve, Feeling very alone in my open heart surgery journey, I am having my first mammogram after my open heart surgery. I am happy for your recovery. I have good days and bad days but I feel like Im never going to get back to normal. Hi. Since I quit smoking also my taste buds have woken up. I treated the entire length of the nerve, starting in the low back using fluoroscopy guidance, then turning to ultrasound-guided injections to treat the sciatic nerve down to the tibial and peroneal branches in the leg and foot. I felt the rib/chest pain was getting better but about a week ago it felt worst and seems to feel tighter day by day. I sit here now, same chair 5:50pm and the pain has pretty much subsided..although my breathing intake is, still somewhat impaired. Initially I experienced all the usual side effects of OHS and over time regained strength and stamina. Of course be sure to ask me about numbness and recovery with all surgical procedures. J Arthroplasty. I start cardiac rehab very soon and walk 4-5 days a week. OB/GYN. Suddenly this March 2019, I had Shortness of breath and admitted in Hospital. In most cases, numbness lasts for only a day or two after surgery. The sensitivity of the chest, the pain in the chest and both legs, the numbness in the legs and left hand (it still is 90 days after surgery), challenges of showering, walking with chest brace etc all took a huge effort. I am on my 6th week of open heart surgery. Somehow this nerve shorted to another nerve, so for many years, I touch my knee and feel that touch in 3 places from my ankle to my knee! It is nice to know Im not the only one in this boat. It would be so easy to give up and start wondering if this is even worth it. I had my surgery almost six months ago (triple bypass) I do feel a lot better then before the surgery but since the surgery I am very out of breath and my left breast is very sore. Wed like to know other seniors (70+) experience, which I cannot seem to find via online research. After sitting too long with your legs crossed, one leg may fall asleep." Sorry for jumping right in, and so. The past few weeks been walking with a 5 pound weight. 45 days after my Surgery I took my first flight journey back to the country where Im working and started working. In 1982, spent 7 days in hospital having Heart related tests , sent home with a prescription for Valium and no answers. Regarding those Bobs moods: trust me, we dont want ANYONE, including animals, to go thru Morphine messed me so much, that I came to psychodelic and delirium stage, with me trying to avoid closing my eyes, because I of so many crapy things happening in my head. The scar tissue constricts the nerve which reduces the transport of critical chemicals that the nerve needs to stay healthy. The device tells your care provider how the heart is beating while you do your daily activities. I've had all the tests, Heart Caths, scans, Echos, X-rays, Ekgs, Ecgs.. And now I'm going to have surgical vascular restoration with coronary bypass. My cardiologist says that the problem is fluid buildup and will increase my lasixs but it doesnt resolve the problem much. God bless you all, as Im very sure Hes blessing me, each breath and each step I take and each night I make it through! Tiredness is probably the most common side effect of breast cancer treatment. All the above cited problems. Ann Surg. I have had severe chest pain since the surgery and they think it is Chostachondritis or something like that so that might be what is going on with your boobmine is mainly in my sternum but I would guess your boob could be effected too what it is, is that you have major imflammation from the surgery in that areathey are doing steroid injectionsbut uhmm since I just got over a never ening 5 week period which they think the steroids is the cause I won't be doing them againI may just settle with the pain meds the rest of my life:-) don't know as haven't told the pain management dr. about the bleeding issue yet!!! Around 5 percent of the women who undergo breast augmentation will experience permanent nipple numbness after surgery. He does not like me nagging on himI am only trying to get hin to do what he needs to do so he can come home, but he has been through so much, the nurse said when the patient is ready to do the work they will. Also, I heard doctor said that artificial Valve (made from cow) last only 10 to 15 years. Thanks. But, after Christmas Im dont do anything but what I have too. i had water in my lungs that needed me to be in hospital for another week. Coronary arteries are the blood vessels that bring blood to the heart muscle. So far physicians tell me just to give it time, but I am taking daily pain meds, having problems getting rest and just want some answers. I had no risk factor, no blockage, no cholesterol, nothing. He said sternum intact & such pain is from muscle/rib retraction, referred pain etc & said it'll be better over next 3-6 months. I also just finished my heart Valve replacement last 2 months. Take care! 5 months later and Im suffering from a bit of depression and pain in my right upper arm and shoulder. I am 5 months post cabg. I only started them tonight, the pain has eased ALOT, still have soreness but it's early days yet. Im 8 weeks post op, so it seems this is going to take a while. Minimally invasive surgery sometimes uses robotics. Symptoms of Numbness and Tingling in the Lower Back. Good luckIve learned that the walking really helps! I was home 1 week when the infection broke out on my sternum. Hi all. It never goes away; it becomes difficult to put on my shirt and my socks. Im 39 years old and this was something unexpected. Sorry to hear about your post operative pains, but its a relief as well.Im 8months last the same operation as you (with an unexpected bypass as well during the op) and have a number of pains I keep assuming its the scar and nerves and nothing more serious. No one seems to care! I have had chest pain when I turn in my sleep. 2009 Mar;80(1):34-50. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19472851, (8) Emril DR, Zakaria I, Amrya M. Agreement Between High-Resolution Ultrasound and Electro-Physiological Examinations for Diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in the Indonesian Population. If I turn my head too fast or too far around I feel like my brain is swimming and swirling and spinning. I am on a statin and asprin- thats it. Other medications can cause nausea & dizziness. Chest itches a bit, leg scars itch a bit. Instantly felt bad. Thank you to each of you for sharing your story. Now, I am on 4 medications Metoprolol, Rosuvatatin, Clopidogrel, and Aspirin. What with coping with the sternum pain as well, it was very painful. Has any one had a pain in the left breast? I felt so alone with this systemic atherosclerosis from no discernable cause other than unfortunate genetics. I had cabs x2 and mitral and aortic valve replaced by biological tissue April 9,2020. I am now limiting my walking to 20 to 30 minutes a day. Cause of breathless was hearts LVF % was very low 15% just. Four major arteries have blockages, with one completely occluded but smaller blood vessels compensating. Long family history of heart disease. My hand is still asleep, and it is thus both numb and hyper-sensitive to touch. I received that medication and I no longer have pain in my breast. Possible : . When you cross over 3 Months you will feel better. Started feeling myself slow down about five years ago. I am on my sixth week of recovery and experiencing sharp pains on left side of chest along with the numbness it is much to handle Doctor said it is nerve pains and it will get better! I am NOT a depressed individual by any means, and have gone through Thyroid Cancer removal (15 years ago) and Melanoma surgery (1 1/2 months) before the OHS, with little side effects. As it stands many people are still afraid of such operations. CABG X 4 - Nov.2013. Can anyone relate to this? I believe going off the Plavix is a factor and Id like to get back on. Mostly, however, Im just so grateful to be alive. Hang in there, you are not alone. Most people spend 3 to 7 days in the hospital. (I was shocked & terrified when my surgeon told me this was not caused by the harvesting of veins from each leg) Horrible, especially at night! A lot of people told me it will take a year before some of the chest pain subsides. Started having angina and soon went to my cardiologist. My chest still bothers me and leg is swollen a lot. The pain now is much less and only occasionally, but, the numbness at the top of my breast and up into my, chest area is still there and the soreness is always, there. I know the most hellish experiences are behind me and at least I sleep well but the fatigue is overwhelming and the continual pains & aches are horrendous. But I will say. Alsoyou say you made it 14 yearshow much warning / degradation did you have & for how long, prior to this 2nd surgery? Like I said, three weeks ago I considered myself on deaths door I couldnt breathe day or night I was critically ill and dying fast. I can't lay down or sit in one place long. Idk. Finally to mention the team at Nottingham City Hospital Trent Cardiac Centre were fantastic, absolutely first rate led by my surgeon, Mr Naik. Best postsurgery bras for after mastectomy: Oysho Post-Surgery Bra, Anaono Gloria Soft Lace Bralette, Monica Post-Surgery Full Coverage Bra. -The horrible headaches first on the right side then on the left side of my head have subsided significantly in the past 2 weeks. my surgery is this Thursday, and my doctor told me I would have a noticeable scar for 2+ years or so. Now, sharp as ever. My first was in 1996 when I was only 29. Adam has been featured by the American Heart Association and Medical News Today. I grew frustrated in May 2019 after my annual physical ( which was good except for high cholesterol), when my legs, ankles and feet started to swell and I began to have pain in my legs that radiated up to my chest when walking. This time surgery was more extensive and recovery taking longer. Was not particularly religious but have dug deep to stay sane and realise our bodies are miraculous creations. An implantable loop recorder is a device that records the heartbeat continuously for up to three years. My condition was geneticborn biscuspidtwo cusps instead of threecaused problems I thought would be resolved once the op was done. It could even cause speech problems. Prior to this, I was walking 50 minutes a day. i know it will put a lot of pressure on my sternum. My heart rate is all over the place. Ive had my surgery 5 mos ago but still get it daily. I was 55 inches and 170 lbs. I had 9 hours of surgery on April 9, so I am going on 9 months. I had CABG x 4 June 2019. The angiogram showed triple blocks. I just wanted to comment on changing doctors . I went roughly 8 mos thinking and being told I had a muscle sprain in my back that radiated down my left arm and burning in chest. I am not winded after walking, I am working out 1 hour 3-4 days a week and not stopping for anything but sipping water. On January 29 I underwent OHS and had a quadruple bypass. The good and less good days, the long term pain, the fears, the sleeplessness, the pushing through it all to get to enjoy what modern medecine can do, the slow but very real progress and improvements in quality of life even slightly, are all things I felt very alone in. Well that didn't happen exactly. You inspire others in doing so. My scar is looking better but it is still a little red and some days it itches quite a bit. All went well. Discomfort in not being able to move in certain ways yes but even then not discomfort. Hi Marche Glad to hear you are doing so much better. Thats what threw the drs off cause they cant understand how my heart valves got so blocked ( 2/95% & 2/85% blocked). GP thinks all is okay but I cant help but worry. Also, I slept of and on AlL day, yesterday. 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