In Bronzino JD (ed.). Instantly felt bad. Any thoughts would be appreciated. I had the procedure Dec1 and honestly have not had one moments pain. I was told it could be stented at a later time. Losing 20 lbs. This award-winning website has helped over 10 million people fight heart valve disease. What with coping with the sternum pain as well, it was very painful. I have, learned so much from reading all the posts and hope. Just an abnormal EKG. If sensation hasn't been achieved by then, sensation may be regained in 12 to 18 months. The repair wasnt as good as they hoped I was told. Keep loving him and keep praying for him and those near to him. Stay tanned and you ll have a hard time even getting sympathy. I have had pain, numbness, and constant soreness in my right breast. Best advice I have had is stay as active as you can and time is your friend. Initially I was working from 10 am to 2:30 PM by going to my office then an hour sleep and then evening conference calls from home. I had no risk factor, no blockage, no cholesterol, nothing. I had ohs valve replacement June 1. Be patient, kind, understanding, helpful, insightful, considerate. I had a cardiac calcification test done for the heck of it. Surgically induced neuropathic pain: understanding the perioperative process. 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. Seems like it takes forever to get back to sleep and then wake up again a few hours later. I do have Rheumatoid Arthritis and my joint pain has increased and effects my hips and legs the most at this time. You may know how this feels. I think I need some rehab, Physio, massage, chiro. I was unable to do anything for myself, i was not mobile. It's a fairly small spot, but it is annoying. I'm 7 weeks out from quadruple bypass, having pain right breast. Good luck to you. Needless to say I was not happy and told him so. 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. but i really do not feel like a normal person of my surgery. And will I be able to do exercise as normal when I recover? Yesterday I had a cath and they discovered a blockage in a V formed where the LAD arterial meets a lesser artery. My scars are good except for the area i got staph nfection but no one can see it. i wish all and everyone are healthy and overcome this troublesome soon. In August i had an aorta anyerism that dissected all the way down my aorta. The numbness and pain in thigh is the most annoying- just hope it goes away. Be kind to yourself and remember full recovery can take 12 weeks. I know it is a difficult surgery but many of us would not still be here without it. You have to remember that your body is still figuring itself out after the severe trauma of heart surgery. The Cleveland Clinic defines numbness as "a loss of feeling or sensation in an area of the body." My scars healed quickly and are hardly visible today. Incidence and risk factors for postoperative lingual neuropraxia following airway instrumentation: A retrospective matched case-control study. Walk at least 2 to 3 times a day for 20 to 30 minutes. The ribs and the cartilage. Learn about Regenexx procedures for spine conditions. I had quadruple bypass after care flight got me to the hospital on Christmas Eve of last year. Hi Vanna, My name is Jack and my surgery was nine weeks ago. Luckily, I didnt hv a heart attack and my heart functions are all normal. Home Blog Nerve Damage After Surgery: What Are Your Treatment Options? Now, straight armed and slowly lift your arms in front of you to shoulder height. Some Pleural Effusion (L) Lung reappeared after the Surgery. Turned 61 yesterday and am grateful that I did. So tired of being sore, how long still??? I am not gaining weight but definately feel like the band is tighter. Hold them down in front of you. Involvement of PDGF-BB and IGF-1 in activation of human Schwann cells by platelet-rich plasma. It would be so easy to give up and start wondering if this is even worth it. At 2 1/2 weeks after my surgerystill coughing, then was diagnosed with fluid in my lung cavity and drained. I acknowledge with all the complications & now ongoing health issues I never had before, there has got to be a reason why. 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!!! A slight amount of facial nerve damage could affect a patient's ability to smile. Well I am 10 weeks out and most of the time feel pretty good, but I have those days like the last, Hi there, I am 6 days away from OHS to replace my mitral valve. I was lifting weights again at eight months. walking) when you have the clearance to do so. Were both wondering if this is it, i.e., is this as much improvement as hes going to experience, or will he get stronger? I went vegan for the diet (wasnt too hard, as my oldest teenage son has been vegan for about 7 years now). Its tough when your brain and WILL tells us were still 33 by our Drivers License says 63 I didnt feel it before the OHS, now I do, even with the new rehab/ Gym regimen lifestyle. Sternotomy Surgery. In this blog I will follow my everyday journey of living with familial hypercholesterolemia (or FH). I was recovering well but soon I became dizzy when standing with a slight slur and right hand coordination. So last evening I started online research as I was having yet another episode and found this blog. 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. 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. but never had the pain people talk about. Doing it this way ensures that they don't cut through any chest muscle, so this normally ensures that normally the only pain is from the incision. Best wishes to all of you. How long can live after 5 bypass open heart surgery with val My husband had open heart surgery 4 weeks ago. Thanks for sharing. I am thankful for my many doctors, family, friends and technology. I also have familial high triglycerides and have had 2 stents since 2014. However Ive been concerned about the chest pain and numb arm spells which I have 3-5 of daily. God Bless. My chest aches and feels heavy. On the other hand, exterior scar tissue can be painful. Cough continued for a total of 7 weeks. Not!! Within 3 hours my doctor called me and said I need to find a cardiologist immediately. It is also possible for a nerve to be cut during surgery. I started getting angina pains in 2018 when I was on a fairly hard bike ride. Blessings. One problem that is now occurring is acid reflux. . Have my good days and bad days. I think diet is extreamly important to heal well. Last Forward to today March 27.unreal last night things progressed fairly well and to me, somewhat rapidly. I had a pump placed in my Heart during the Cath and they discovered I needed By-pass. I loved reading your post. it is so good to hear about others struggles when I am tired and my legs just wont go another step. Presently Im on Gabapentin but that does not relieve the pain. In fact, the survival rate for bypass patients who make it through the first month after the . The recovery process of an open heart surgery takes some time. The creation of an incision can result in numbness due to temporary damage to sensory nerves. Your experiences are invaluable to me in my second month of recovery from aortic valve replacement. My scar is looking better but it is still a little red and some days it itches quite a bit. Our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Severe depression. Now full pescatarian and its been hard but, I dont want to see the OR again. It doesnt hurt just tightness. I think I may be getting another one. Of course, there are always exceptions. See a neurologist to evaluate the . 8 weeks after open heart surgery, I am having a constant pulling, painful sensation on the right side of my chest, made much worse by sneezing or coughing. I feel like an invalid. Tanya had a plastic surgery procedure on her gluteal area and ended up with a severe infection that caused scarring around the sciatic nerve. Everything was nasty. I believe in time this will only improve. Ive never reached out before. Copyright Regenexx 2023. 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. Im 52yo.never smoked. Very informative article and I really enjoyed going through the comments to view others experiences after OHS. I have been on pain meds since my surgery, I am thinking that they are going to have to go back in and hopefully fix this, I was just wondering if other people have had this done and what kind if success, Greetings! And on Feb. 5th rhiz year i had a aortic aneurysm. I go to work i serve customers and talk to them i get out of breath doing that. 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. I have good and bad days, but considering how Im just short of 5 weeks removed from the surgery, I feel, based on my progress so far, that the good outweighs the bad. My Surgery was on March 20th 2019. Heart disease runs amuck in my family! Thank you to each of you for sharing your story. God Bless and I will pray for you.. Long family history of heart disease. In most cases, these sensations will go away after a few days. The effect was to give me huge electric shocks in my calves and knee. I had open heart surgery 18 months ago. My leg pain and swelling continued through October and up until December 20 when I was washing dishes and suddenly felt chest pain and exhaustion (the exhaustion was included in my initial complaint in May 2019). Hello, 5 months out from surgery. i am still young and have a very young kid i wasnt the best for her and see that she has a progressive life. He was available and my old cardiologist was off the grid. I couldnt find that fool for anything! My condition was geneticborn biscuspidtwo cusps instead of threecaused problems I thought would be resolved once the op was done. In addition, the nerve is surrounded by a fatty sheath (myelin) that acts like an insulator covering a wire. On two occasions these episodes caused Afib which resulted in me being put on Xarelto. Muscles are sore but that could be some of the cardio therapy. Fast heart rate that didnt slow down for hours, and two days of discomfort in my chest. Best postsurgery bras for after breast reconstruction . I am scared to death to do this but i am at high risk so need to have it done. My left breast is numb from the . Theresa, Our situations sound very similar. This is what happens when scar tissue forms around a nerve after surgery. I, too, suffer similar symptoms now post op open heart surgery 2 months. This book has helped over 47,000 patients and caregivers from diagnosis to recovery. Hi I am 54. When you get to shoulder height rotate them to straight out in front and then slowly back and down. Simply scroll down to share your experience or read over 300 other comments. It hasnt been easy but then I had no choice. Im just praying and taking one day at a time. This test can determine if the nerve size shows swelling and/or constriction. God bless you, I just had a triple bypass 6 weeks ago and have found myself not wanting any contact with my family just want to be left alone to recover its post op depression no doubt it will pass be patient, Im recovering from a Valve replacement I got a mechanical one put in that was 8wks ago, Im still feeling a bit down but thats because Im having bad pain in my left arm where I had my angiogram pluss pain in my back at night feels like indigestion, because of covid Ive had to go through this on my own with one of my sons visiting me regularly, my inr should be 2-3 but one wk to high then nxt wk to low Im on warfarin praying tomorrow when I get it checked it will be in the right range, trying to get answers about pain getting worse in left arm n pain in my back is driving me crazy hopefully it will all cm together soon x. Always exercised and never drank a lot. 33 is much too young and you have shown yourself to be very strong in this comment section. 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. And the longer the surgery, the greater the chance that numbness will occur. Neurapraxia: damage to the covering of the wire, or myelin sheath, Axonotmesis: damage to the wire itself, or the neurons, Neurotmesis: the nerve is torn or cut in half, Low back fusion surgery (transient nerve injury lasting less than three months): 50% to 62% (2,3), Shoulder replacement surgery: 21% had temporary nerve damage, 2% had permanent nerve damage (6). That was excruciating and was re hospitalized several times. Following cardiac rehab over the last couple of months I have at least started to go to town alone but cannot carry weight either. My breasts hurt all the time. Things can and often do get better with time. That makes driving a car and working difficult although I do both. The Statins, and blood thinners, and fluid pills and I never knew what kind of day I would have. You will feel tired and will feel like you have to sleep. In August of 1991 finally got tired of being sick all the time, short of breathe, changed Doctors again. Fortunately just scraped by before our worldwide pandemic of Covid. 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. Rest when you are tired. If you have, please reach out to me. I was asymptomatic before my surgery but my regurgitation was severe. Thanks to all of you. Still sleeping in my recliner, which oddly is a lot more comfortable than I would have thought, especially surrounded by a lot of pillows. No physical symptoms, and a 71 year old. I have three options: the bypass, high risk stents (counseled against), and doing nothing (told this was a poor option and I could die). Around 6-8 weeks are expected for the bone to heal properly (without any complications), while recovery from an open heart is variable from person to person. I ended up with a mini-OHS, with a tissue valve replacement and I am NOT on Cumedin because my mother died from Cumedin related symptoms. I want to ask a question of anyone who has had open heart surgery and watched the Barbara Walter's special . I was in hospital 10 days after op because my white blood cells were rising every day but there was no sign of infection. Join 375,000+ Patientsat Our Facebook Page Click here, HeartValveSurgery.com 2785 Pacific Coast Hwy, #517 Torrance, CA 90505 Phone: (888) 725-4311, 2023 HeartValveSurgery.com. But, after Christmas Im dont do anything but what I have too. My CABG (quad bypass) was last August 2016 and although I have healed, there have been set backs. I just this blog and hearing of u people suffering so much, I only had cabg one month ago gripple bypass May God bless all of u and thanks for giving positive vibes. It's normal to have less energy than usual after your surgery. I consider myself extremely lucky, not really much pain, no setbacks (yet? A mini-thoracotomy avoids your breastbone and instead uses small cuts between your ribs. I was very very poorly no i wouldnt go through it again. Also, they told me in hospital to walk 4 times 5 minutes inside a house/flat a day for the first 2 weeks. #2 have you changed your diet? 1086(1):8190. But if it persists, and certain signs flare up, it's time to seek medical attention. This blog does not offer advice, in any way, to anyone suffering from this disease. By far the hardest thing for me has been anxiety and depression. 8+ hour long Surgery, 3 days in CICU, 4 days upstairs total of 7 days, then home. If you feel queasy or haven't moved your bowels, it's only natural that you may not be in the mood to eat or drink. It is very common and since my Open Heart Surgery to replace my aortic valve I've had it 3 times. Finally he said that I had a blockage of my aortic valve! He was 57 at the time and thats far too young to have your life become so changed. This all is so depressing to me. But one year ago I was diagnosed prediabetic. Your stories (for the most part) have encouraged me. Best thing is to exercise a little bit by walking at least a mile a day for at least 5 days a week. My doctor said evetyone heals differently. Computed tomography is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. I am horrified that I will have to undergo another OHS! Talk with your surgeon so you understand the risks beforehand. My blood pressure is usually 156/92 (not good), but my heart dr says just monitor it for 3 months I am thinking of changing Drs. Lepr Rev. Handb Clin Neurol. My feet and ankles and legs swell. I dont remember much as it was happening, but when i woke up, Dr.s nurses,, and family around me. My PCP said it could be nerve damage from removing, the vein used in the by-pass. I had double bypass surgery 6 months ago. And same remedy doesnt help the second time. Two days later I had complete renal failure and died, they debated whether to revive me, and I guess they tossed a coin but gave away all my compression stockings and some personal stuff when everyone thought I would not be back, they decided to jump start me. 2012;59(1):2227. No, it's not definitely go and see your doctor or the surgeon. Over the past few months that feeling that you are describing has subsided significantly. You can't shift to a more comfortable position. I will too. My partner in in the hospital as well. Black American Risks for Heart Disease and Stroke, Diagnostic Criteria for Familial Hypercholesterolemia, A Global Call to Action on Familial Hypercholesterolemia, My Journey with Familial Hypercholesterolemia and Heart Disease, https://livingwithfh.blogspot.com/2016/07/life-at-five-months-after-open-heart.html. Anyone have this problem? Hello. Now almost 10 months since surgery, he seems to have plateaued. I had A fib issuesthat is now under control and I am off of xarelto the first month after surgery involved a lot of throwing up. Discomfort in not being able to move in certain ways yes but even then not discomfort. I have done remarkably well almost 2.5/weeks post op. How long did you wait to get a mammo after OHS? Thankful to be here and working hard to eat healthy, rest, stay positive and hopeful. However, I feel emotional. I am 55 years old and 2 weeks post triple bypass surgery and struggling to stay positive. So, thank you everyone for sharing your stories! I can barely walk and this has been a problem since the surgery. If you were put on bypass, it can cause these issues. Had full set of Labs last week. Im beside myself with worry and it feels like its completely taken over my life. But four months later I feel great, Im working full time and walking 2 miles a day and feel great. I was in excellent physical health before the surgery which allowed for a rapid recovery. Milk ducts can become clogged, causing a firm, tender lump. Job loss, purpose, etc. This is especially remarkable because there are so few treatment options for patients once severe CRPS sets in. Nicky, So nice to find this website! A specialized bra may reduce pain for women recovering from heart surgery. The difference is, what if your leg falls asleep during surgery? Lost 25 pounds from my preoperation weight. The angiogram showed triple blocks. Drs say it takes up to six month to be at my normal self again. I am so thankful for Life and I pray that if you are feeling depressed consider talking to the Lord about it, perhaps reading some of the Psalms in the Bible. I can only say. I had a quad in May andI still have pain.If you left your breast it relaxthe muscles. I am just barely past 5 months from my OHS of triple bypass at the age of 57. Often a warm shower is a good treatment. My vision comes and goes, after surgery I didnt use my glasses, now after nine weeks I need them almost all the time. , putting my feelings aside and wanting only what is best for him, I will let his needs guide the ship. BILL. Our doctors need to do more! I wish everyone good health and stay positive. Hi everyone, I will be eight weeks out tomorrow. I went back to work full time in June but even getting from the parking lot to my office is a struggle. The only problem I still have after almost 5 years is constant soreness and aches in the chest. Never thought 5 months ago I would be talking about this but here I am. Now on apixaban and metoprolol to try to get the pulse under control not doing a very good job at it though. I hope you can talk to your Dr. About the meds. We all produce different amounts of such tissue and if we sit huddled up in our first few weeks after surgery they will pull on the chest wall as soon as we start to sit up more erect shoulders back and all that! No cough but left lower lung area where the fluid was drained is still uncomfortable. it was the worst thing. I had my open heart surgery 4 way bypass in August. Have others experienced similar issues. Otherwise, continue to check back to our discussions, or consider joining our FH Support Group here: https://community.familyheart.org/welcome, Hey Folks, Im on my ninth week and it has been a challenge, Im having trouble sleeping and my hands feel very strange. This will require a heart lun. Thank you all for sharing your experiences. 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). So, glad to hear what is normal anymore? I did have to laugh at the lady on the phone at their office.. Best postsurgery bras for after mastectomy: Oysho Post-Surgery Bra, Anaono Gloria Soft Lace Bralette, Monica Post-Surgery Full Coverage Bra. I have experienced certain sense of euphoria and intense appreciation for not only my life but ALL life around me. Maybe have some advise? But I push myself to deal with the pain until I got used to it and now 8 weeks later I can turn in the bed without a problem. I dont have any breathing or heart pain, thank goodness, but my incision on my chest still burns a lot, especially the very bottom and very top of the incision. I am a 67 year old male and very active. 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. Massachusetts says, Roy Yoder from Nothing we can do, but the nerve sheath should grow back. 16-1/2 wks from CABG x 4, Blockages discovered by Heart Cath the day before Surgery, really didnt have much time to be afraid, updated my Will, and said lets get on with it. My balance has also been effected. google mountain view charge cash app; wect news bladen county; pin pricking sensation in left breast; pin pricking sensation in left breast. Heat and sun in sw florida is a killer. Stay safe and well , no, I dont think its normal; my husband turned into a totally different person; ended up not coming home to me; took my granddaughter, all kinds of horrible things but your story is the first Ive heard of this with anybody else; if youve found info online about it Id love to know where btw, he is back now but still no granddaughter. hi All, I just turned 40 and 2 weeks later I was having a heart attack, I drove myself to the hospital and Dr found that I was having an attack but manager to thrombelize so that reduces damage, I was blessed to find everything under control. Numbness can occur after surgery for several reasons, especially if you received anesthesia. I am a 39 year old male, who had an aortic aneurysm (aortic root was replaced with dacron graft) and underwent a maze procedure for AFib (supposedly more effective for open heart patients). Memory loss means I wanted to do something and I will call the related person in my office, but suddenly forget for what I called hahaahah. Thoughts? Started physical therapy for the Vertigo three weeks ago no help. They would come out of the blue. Everything is fine except for my breathing yes it gets me down a lot because i cant go anywhere. I am 4 months post bypass surgery and doing really well. Thank you for your blog. This has been good for me reading all your stories. There are many cut on my body since the procedure change during the operation (the first procedure minimal invasive was not success so I had to do the open heart surgery one). Wow, everyone, thanks for sharing! It was Aortic Valve aneurysm and also Aortic Valve replacement. The Surgical Team at Ft. Walton Beach Medical Center was nothing short of Fantastic! Wish you all well. Beverly, it's a matter of degree no-one should be suffering excruciating pain after surgery. Im frightened, anxious, tired, no taste .. What are other peoples experience? Please share the advice to me if it is normally to feel that tired after surgery for 2 months already? the wound on my leg is taking for ever to get better its very sensitive and sore, i do not have chest pains just numbness which is ok. wishing all the best and keep healthy. I am happy for your recovery. Thank you for the comments, I had my bypass about 11 months ago, and I still have a little discomfort at times, didnt know whether that was normal or not, but I am doing very good, I had a tightness last week and went to the emergency room, however everything was okay so I thank God for that. Neurosurgery 36 years experience. I fought in WWll with my dad in Germany and so forth. Repeat until you are bored or you suffer increased pain. (Ok, well hows about a 5 Mile hike in Banff instead..lol). I send good wishes for healing to all of you- in both body and spirit!:-). I am looking for brighter days ahead! 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