breast numbness after open heart surgery
I, too, suffer similar symptoms now post op open heart surgery 2 months. Pain, maybe, but not excruciating. Dont get me wrong: I have struggles that sometimes seem overwhelming. Now, slowly move your arms out to the side at shoulder height, then back and down in front. I was recovering well but soon I became dizzy when standing with a slight slur and right hand coordination. Turned 61 yesterday and am grateful that I did. Walk at least 2 to 3 times a day for 20 to 30 minutes. Im going on 70 and my weight has dropped to 175, 25 pounds lighter then pre-op. I tire easily. This is especially important when coughing or laughing. As my chest bone heals I can feel it tightening up. Had 2nd surgery on Jan 14th to fight infection caused by violent coughing which broke two sternum staples. Front Neurol. I was in hospital for six days and was very irritable and depressed when I got home. Its a goal. I see my cardiac surgeon tomorrow for post op visit. Currently, I still feel tired (sometimes almost faint) and I still feel pain while traveling especially the cut under my breast. Thank you all for sharing. Fortunately, there are more good days than bad days now that I am at this point, but I do feel that if I have a busy day, I do feel tired and sore the next day. Tiredness and fatigue. Is anyone having this problem? I had CABG x 4 June 2019. Had full set of Labs last week. So tired of being sore, how long still??? Had aortic valve replacement and repair to my tricuspid valve six months ago. I wish and pray you all get stronger and continue to heal physically and mentally from this mind blowing experience! I am just tired of it all. . Home health nurse thinks it's gas, surgeon thinks it's mu, Hi.I am knew to this site.I will find out on Tues. when my open heart surgery will be.I have to have my aortic valve replaced.It only has 2 leaflets.I am still picking up my jaw from the cardiologist office.I am scared to death.I cry all the time and I'm loaded up on anti-depressants.Please I am seeking advise on how to stay in control and positive.I have always been very independent but,I assume, Hi, I am new to this site and this is my third post. I had OHS on Feb. 12, 2020. Whereas, I am 46 and they replaced St.Judes Aortic valve (Metal) and it might last 35 to 40 years. 2015;2:156-64. doi:10.4103/2347-9264.160878, (2) Liang JQ, Chen C, Zhao H. Revision Surgery after Percutaneous Endoscopic Transforaminal Discectomy Compared with Primary Open Surgery for Symptomatic Lumbar Degenerative Disease. I had a quad in May andI still have pain.If you left your breast it relaxthe muscles. It's hard work to overcome that sensation. I am 54 yrs old and just had OHS triple bypass! Maryann Gomez, I am so sorry your are not feeling valued with your current healthcare providers. Did you know it was time, or did your doctors inform you? In fact, the survival rate for bypass patients who make it through the first month after the . I do really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences. I look forward to be normal and be productive. This is to be expected. Instantly felt bad. Initiallly it was fairly painful , and felt like there was a tendon under the skin creating the pain. I dont remember much as it was happening, but when i woke up, Dr.s nurses,, and family around me. Hi Marry, I am Vanna 29 years old. I was released late October. 2011 Jul 20;93(14):1288-93. doi:10.2106/JBJS.J.00369, (7) Khambati FA, Shetty VP, Ghate SD, Capadia GD. Ive never reached out before. They are now altering my tablets to see if that works. Stay positive and MEDITATE! I was in excellent physical health before the surgery which allowed for a rapid recovery. I think TIME and careful followup by your surgeon will result in full recovery for most patients. But, after Christmas Im dont do anything but what I have too. Pretty much SOP whenever they spread/crack the ribs. Thank you for sharing. The Cardiologist had ignored my Renal Failure and 32% kidney function. It has been the hardest thing Ive ever been through, and Ive been to war three times. Ive looked all over for a cabg forum but cannot find. I always get a doctors opinion. The best thing that has kept me going is a sayings that me and my military buddies used to say to each other on the bad days, One day, all this will be just a story that you tell. I hope everyone recovers well and just remember the fights not done till you quit swinging. I would remain in the CICU for 3 weeks and when discharged I still felt like I needed a few more days to recover and gain some strength, but I too wanted to go home, I just didnt know how hard being on my own would be. The image below shows that a nerve is made up of bundles of neurons (nerve cells) called fascicles. I performed the ultrasound-guided nerve hydrodissection with orthobiologics procedure a total of four times over the course of a year. My cardiologist is not terribly concerned and assures me everything is fine. The doctors at the ER was shocked to find I had 98, 95, and 78% blockage. My blood pressure is 121/70 so its not too bad I am very impatient so have done more than I should have. Angiogram showed a 95% blockage in my LAD and surgery was recommended they couldnt stent it because it was on a bend and at a junction. Midterm followup occurred between 13 and 21 months after surgery. I felt so alone with this systemic atherosclerosis from no discernable cause other than unfortunate genetics. I havent got a lot of faith in this visit. I only started them tonight, the pain has eased ALOT, still have soreness but it's early days yet. Three years since my quad bypass. I am 63 and recently had a bicuspid aortic valve replaced. My cardiologist suggested vascular surgery as an option but two other physicians said the dizzy spells are more related to the medications;. But i need to take blood thinners like Walfarin or Acitrom. I am an Eagle and Ranger scout in the B.S.A and used to enjoy rock climbing, hiking, kiteboarding, snowboarding and such. God Bless. Your blog was very helpful knowing I am not alone. Thoughts suggestions? Everyone thinks I should be better at six weeks but I cant feel my left breast is numb. The right shoulder pain started at week 5 for me and still present. The reason they gave for only doing one artery was that the could not safely get to the second. 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. Is wondering if anyone else has had Open Heart Surgery?? I thank God and my family. Coronary arteries are the blood vessels that bring blood to the heart muscle. My breast bone is tender at the sternum most of the time. Had a heart attack got rushed to hospital where they saved my life .Now 6 months down the line .went to physio for a few weeks because had a stroke as well they got my left side moving again .then went to cardio rehab twice a week for a few weeks that was also a great help .now all healing up nice still get a lot of tingles in the leg from vien remove scar .and the chest gets a few light stabbing pains on the left side and ever now and again on the right .get out of breath most days and other times Im ok .it is all like a new learning curve .Im very emotional and I never was.i no I will never be the same again but least Im still here and pleased of that and once a week toast every ones health down the pub but do not smoke. Numbness that isn't limited to the breast has many possible causes, including: abnormal levels of minerals such as calcium, potassium, or sodium. I went thru 1 pretty bad bout of depression about 6 weeks after surgery. I have come to terms with it is was it is so get on with it . 2018;6(5):2325967118771535. doi:10.1177/2325967118771535, Kuponiyi O, Alleemudder DI, Latunde-Dada A, Eedarapalli P. Nerve injuries associated with gynaecological surgery. Cause of breathless was hearts LVF % was very low 15% just. The small device is placed just under the skin of the chest during a minor surgery. Things can turn around in a day, be optimistic. Your experiences are invaluable to me in my second month of recovery from aortic valve replacement. However, newer nonsurgical nerve repair techniques may be able to help. I havent slept more than a 4 hour stretch. Im trying to go back to my old routine but even the lightest things like sweeping or doing laundry takes all my air and I have to stop and rest until I can breathe normal again. Im 5 months past CABC-x4. Lu g capacity has greatly increased. I just want to be able to sleep for more than 2hours at a time and for my scar to stop burning/hurting!! To view original post visit: https://livingwithfh.blogspot.com/2016/07/life-at-five-months-after-open-heart.html. It was Aortic Valve aneurysm and also Aortic Valve replacement. I had triple bypass 5 months ago and was also put on Metoprolol. I have been surprised at the way this surgery has impacted me emotionally and physically. If they last longer than a few months, then theyre placed into the permanent nerve damage category and will likely need to be treated. So, thank you everyone for sharing your stories! It took forever for my boob to get feeling and it finally didI remember when I was having gallbladder issues and I am such very hard stick for iv's I tend to be a picc line girl when I have to have surgery or serious stuff lately anyway because my boob was still numb I allowed them to try to get an iv in my boob but alas it didn't work and she was saying how sorry she was and all that and I just looked at her and said really its numb I can't feel it:-). This means that it will usually only pick up nerve damage that is more severe (7). To make a long story short, I had a major heart attack ( near death when my daughter and son-in-law got me to ER) . After three visits to my surgeon's office following my operation I was told that my ribs were accidentally broken during the procedure. Take the surgery, prepare for six months rest and rehab and enjoy the next 15 years or more of your life. I pray that we would all press on together and give thanks that we have made it to where we are. Long family history of heart disease. "Chest wall pain after cardiac surgery may normally last 3-6 weeks, but may last as long as 12 weeks on rare occasions," says Dr. Michael Fiocco, Chief of Open Heart Surgery at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, one of the nation's top 50 heart hospitals. I had my mitral valve repair 3 years ago, and am now getting upper back pain, like Scot A. above -which no one had warned me about, (but thinking about it is fairly obvious side effect, as the chest is pulled open and the ribs are moved far more than they were designed to). Both this and nerve pain can be similar, but by and large, nerve pain tends to feel more like electric shocks. The tightness and pressure and the flutters come and go but its pretty concerning. Call your healthcare provider immediately if you weren't forewarned about the potential for feeling numbness or tingling. surgery 58 years experience. Hi Vanna, Yes it is normal of getting tired and dizziness. my surgery is this Thursday, and my doctor told me I would have a noticeable scar for 2+ years or so. I may sleep 2 to 4 hours or total broken sleep for the night. Tylenol and heating pad help but not greatly. My vision comes and goes, after surgery I didnt use my glasses, now after nine weeks I need them almost all the time. Came home on 15th day, and while still hurting on scar and general rib area,and right shoulder, feel hopefull that before spring, Ill be back to normal. it's nin By entering this site you declare Its gonna take a while but it does get better some days. i know it will put a lot of pressure on my sternum. I really think I am going to die any day now. But I will say. It could even cause speech problems. Ive had my surgery 5 mos ago but still get it daily. Hello Stuart 2008;134(3):254-262. doi:10.1016/j.pain.2007.04.019, (16) Centeno C, Markle J, Dodson E, et al. My PCP said it could be nerve damage from removing, the vein used in the by-pass. I went to the GP but they neglected to send me back in. I hope you can talk to your Dr. About the meds. I spent many nights rocking back and forth from severe pain in back and shoulder, then April 30, 2018 called my brother at 11:30 at night asking him to take me to the hosp (a different one from the one I was going to) cause I couldnt breathe from the pain. This blog does not offer advice, in any way, to anyone suffering from this disease. Heres hoping that it passes soon. This was after I was given the all clear in May after undergoing a full physical, including stress test, ECG, etc.. Im 50 yrs, a type 2 Diabetic and just wanted to share with everyone that my scars are healing very well, yes, the ones on the chest are very sensitive, it still takes an effort to bend my left arm and my thigh does pain, a bit. All shortness of breath was gone after about 6 days of Home Therapy and walking on the treadmill. To straighten my shoulders and stand up straight hurts so au am hunched over. That makes driving a car and working difficult although I do both. Needless to say I was not happy and told him so. Mastitis is an infection in a clogged duct. The area immediately around an incision (the surgical cut) is often numb after surgery. I am back to work, allowing myself to do light duty. Cardiologist recommended stent surgery but vascular specialists did not come to the same conclusion. I take Norco aleasr 3 times a month. Saw Dr yesterday. 85 clinic locations offering non-surgical Regenexx solutions for musculoskeletal pain. I have had pain, numbness. the Edema went away after a couple of days and really hasnt returned. My PCP gave me clean bill of health. And same remedy doesnt help the second time. 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. The first steps were the hardest I ever took in my life. Andr Simon, Consultant Cardiac Surgeon at Royal Brompton Hospital, tells us how heart surgery has developed during his 21-year career. It was scary and I got pretty depressed over what I had stupidly done to myself so early in my recovery. Introduction: Both positive (burning, stabbing, and allodynia) and negative (numbness) neuropathic symptoms may arise after surgery but likely contribute differently to patients' postoperative pain experience. Unfortunately there is no cure and it resolves itself, but mine is back again after lifting bags of Xmas shopping. If so, would you please leave a comment for Sean detailing your situation and how/if you fixed it? I dont do much lifting. When does it get much better? She does 30-inch box jumps in CrossFit and is planning on competing in a bodybuilding competition! 4. Im just tired of the whole thing, Hi hope this finds everyone doing really well I just had surgery on April 4 of this year . After open heart surgery i want to punch my heavy bag for excercise. Obviously, since the scar tissue was caused by surgery, using surgery to get rid of it can be a problem. I consider myself very healthy. Orthop J Sports Med. I thought I had a pinch nerve in my right arm. He lives in a fog. Learned a lot about what tests really matter as you should. However, I feel emotional. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and Asthma but no heart issues previous to this. I just cant seem to get with the program and am very scared I will not be able to. It is common for a larger percentage of patients to experience nipple numbness in the first few months after their surgery. I said lets do surgery and replace the valve! He told me what the operation would involve, and that he would replace the aortic valve with a mechanical one, and he would also replace the aorta. Stay tanned and you ll have a hard time even getting sympathy. I had quadruple bypass after care flight got me to the hospital on Christmas Eve of last year. Im 8 weeks post op, so it seems this is going to take a while. Still sleeping in my recliner, which oddly is a lot more comfortable than I would have thought, especially surrounded by a lot of pillows. Once I sleep then I sleep well without any disturbance (Gods grace).. Rest of the time I am fine as I dont think about it nor I have breathing issues. Some parts are numb and some areas feel as though someone took a hammer to them, still can't lay on my stomach, barely on my side and hurry in the shower. Now on apixaban and metoprolol to try to get the pulse under control not doing a very good job at it though. Needing heart surgery - need information re doctors at U of PA, Advice for other women with heart disease, Endocarditis and other heart valve problems, Experiences with healthcare professionals, Living with cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure, Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT). At times I feel a bit of pulling and pain at the scar, is all of this normal at 8 months. I know that my God is a healer and I am healed. You have to remember that your body is still figuring itself out after the severe trauma of heart surgery. Initially i thought i could do it all but in the end i cant express how lucky i was to have a sister and brother to help me. My faulty valve and aneurysm waited patiently until I was 60-years old to need replacement! This community is sponsored by WomenHeart, an Inspire trusted partner. Some days I nap for an hour or two after my 7AM Meds, some days Ill doze when watching TV in the evenings, some days no naps. I would love to know if you are still having this problem..and if so, what is it like now?. Her grip strength went from negligible to normal. Stay strong and keep moving forward!! (11) Zhang H, Uchimura K, Kadomatsu K (November 2006). Thats what I was told by a prior cardiologist & the emergency room in a hospital 2 days before my emergency surgery! Endometriosis Leg Pain: Before, During, and After Periods, Bunion Surgery: Everything You Need to Know, An Overview of Nerve Pain After Abdominal Surgery, Sinus Surgery: Everything You Need to Know. Heart condition greatly improved and am running on a treadmill several miles after stationary bike ride for an hour. I consider myself extremely lucky, not really much pain, no setbacks (yet? But the wizzy head is my main problem plus the leg weakness plus the balance issues plus the tiredness. 63 years old with no symptoms whatsoever. I am not gaining weight but definately feel like the band is tighter. I havent left my house in over 11 weeks. I still have to relay on my family for help. Then they saw through the sternum (breast bone or chest plate). My struggle is with pain between my shoulder blades. I cant walk a flight of 10 stairs without having to stop, sometimes I sit in my recliner and shortness of breath comes outta know where and it freaks me out. I fought in WWll with my dad in Germany and so forth. I had open heart surgery 6 weeks ago; I by now that I would be feeling relief from the pain and discomfort associated to the post-operative recovery. It was diagnosed as Costachondritis which is basically inflammation from the cartilage between the ribs and the pain radiates from under the breast to shooting pains in the breast. To complicate matter, I had to stop the various medications I was given for the pain (Vicodin, Percoset . They couldnt understand why my heart function was so poor, there were a couple of blockages but only at 60%, he said we cant see any other issue causing this so lets get the obvious fixed, I said ok and 6 weeks later I had a quadruple heart bypass, 5 days in hospital and I was home and that was including having a collapsed lung after surgery I had no pain only discomfort,8 weeks since op I feel really good, first 2-3 weeks I felt fragile and sleep wasnt the best, but no pain, I recently had an echocardiogram test and was told my heart was returning to normal function Its very daunting Paul I know but as my wife said its better get it done now while youre relatively fit rather than having it done as an emergency, yes reading the other posts I seem to have been quite fortunate with my recovery so far, I hope this helps you, take care Steve. I was 58 at the time. Surgery-related chest pain signs include: Increasing pain with movement of the chest. It is horrible and constant. For sure the first few months had its moments. Joseph Morelli, it is NOT funny but I laughed at your post because it was exactly like my complaint but could not articulate it as well as you. The nerves have been damaged and MAY never heal 100%. Use a heating pad or ice pack . etc. Walk daily as advised. The creation of an incision can result in numbness due to temporary damage to sensory nerves. Asymmetric: This means the feeling of numbness is stronger in one buttock than the other. So, Im doing chemical stress test and rarely get feedback when I ask questions from Cardiologist #2. I am sore STILL , the breast bone, the ribs, the pec muscles, and my legs. Give me patience, Ill do my part give me some results for the work. Nicky, So nice to find this website! I am thin. . For some people, it may last for 1 or 2 years. Treating it as "normal" is a risky thing there could be all kinds of possible reasons for pain and some are serious. It will also help you sleep better. I feel like an invalid. Cleveland Clinic cardiologists suggest this: "You'll do most of your healing - about 80 per cent - in the first 6-8 weeks after surgery". I take 1 x aspirin, 2 x Furosemide a day (not 8 as he prescribe and no Spiractin 25), I take half a Bisoprolol and 1 x Atorvastatin a day. Thanks to each and everyone of you who took the time to share your stories. My hand is still asleep, and it is thus both numb and hyper-sensitive to touch. Wish Bob and yourself all the best . Lol. I thought if I just would sleep and rest all weekend I would feel better on Monday. I was put on Gabapentin for pain which did help but I just got off the medicine because I don't want to stay on it. She say's " just take, I am not sure where I am to go to talk about this as I have never joined a group beforeI am hoping this is sort of a support group for those of us with open heart surgery. He then booked me for an MRI so he could see the full extent. I received that medication and I no longer have pain in my breast. I am determined to keep up with my rehab and fight this but holy cow this is a tough one. My cholesterol has dropped 132 points (LDL dropped 50%), my blood pressure is averaging 120/80 to 119/74 Corona Virus interfered with my doctors appointments, my cardiac rehab, my birthday, Christmas, New Years, my great granddaughters birthdays, my daughters birthday and so many other events, but Corona Virus nor the heart attack /bypass interfered with my faith and my determination to live, laugh and love. I am six months 12 days out. This is so much fun, A combination of chest pain and numbness is common. Though I havent had any drastic, or particularly uncomfortable side effects from the Meds, I met with my PCP and discussed changing/doing away with Meds if I can. Increasing pain with deep breaths. I am trying to find what normal is I did go through the surgery and overall the recovery, I thought great. As I write this ( 5/13/2019 at 7:30 pm) I just this morning had a CT scan of my Aorta and have an apointment with my surgeon tomorrow. It is normal to feel sore all over. ASD primum. , putting my feelings aside and wanting only what is best for him, I will let his needs guide the ship. My recovery has been ok physically the usual chest soreness and subsequent twinges and twitches around the site of the operation Im at the gym now 3 days a week for an hour of intensive aerobic work heart rate I control to peak at 130 bpm. Nerve cells ) called fascicles cut ) is often numb after surgery die any day now month., Dr.s nurses,, and family around me was fairly painful, felt. 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