Did it ever return to normal? Sudden change in temperature does not help eaither. The area immediately around an incision (the surgical cut) is often numb after surgery. Chest itches a bit, leg scars itch a bit. But I see that as another challenge to overcome over the next few weeks. I still have a lot of pain on my le After open heart surgery, I have pain in both arms and hands. Idk. Not sure if the medications are causing a lot of probs or maybe the crystals in the ears have been disturbed causing the dizzyness as they rotate the body to get the airbubbles out of the heart when they reflush it. At least I pray it is muscle pain! bone protruding after open heart surgery Sternum healing after bypass. Hi I had a triple 3 months ago, Im 52 and didnt see it coming, I feel good most of the time however I feel like I get little electric shocks running across my chest, I have been told that this is due to the nerves joining back together, does anyone else have this? I just had a mitral valve replacement, open heart surgery, endocarditis, mrsa of the blood stream, sepsis, a splenectomy, six strokes, and blood clots in both arms 7 months ago. Midterm followup occurred between 13 and 21 months after surgery. Can Tingling in the Hands and Feet Be a Symptom of Diabetes? It could even cause speech problems. I had a double bypass March 17th, 2020. chest never felt like ribs were cracked. I was in the hospital for 5 days. I need advice, my 49 year old son had a triple bi pass open heart surgery and I have no idea how are how much to help him. Thank you so much for sharing. My biggest concern is my age. I was home 1 week when the infection broke out on my sternum. Getting better every day, but will feel a lot better without the need for IV and wound vac. Surgery successful, blood clots in the harvest leg, blood thinners corrected the blood clots, recovery going well. Great to read every ones experiences Im 64 smoked like a chimney most of my life so had all this coming .I am six months after my bypass. We took our sailboat out the first week of Sept and I was able to pull the anchor up myself which winded me pretty good , but getting back to work and doing the kind of work a mechanic does has been my best physical exercise Ive done so far and its made a difference. I had a plural effusion and went back to the hospital to ave it drained. Avoid processed foods. Had to go to A&E because my pulse rate got over 100 .. normally, prior to OHS, at 50 sitting at rest doing sudoku or tv watching. I am at present on rather a lot of tablets as well. after reading the many stories. J Clin Neurosci. I started having heart problems in my mid 40s. Four months I thought Id be better. This complete loss of sensation or tingling at the incision site is common in all types of plastic surgery, from rhinoplasty to liposuction. "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 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. The Meds have me constipated, so I take a stool softener daily, and a laxative weekly. Neuroreport. I am 62 years old and had triple bypass surgery on July 5. Somewhere between 0.5% and 2% of patients will have permanent nerve damage after surgery. You inspire others in doing so. I stayed away from the Cardiology conglomerate for as long as I could but my Afib was back with a vengeance! Talk with your surgeon so you understand the risks beforehand. It can interfere with normal activities, so don't ignore the sensation. His doctor offers no help or hope. I just finished Cardiac Rehab, and that helped me to improve physically. Find other members in this community to connect with. For some reason, my outgoing personality is taking a hit following this surgery. Together, these form a condition known as paresthesia. Kidney specialist called in and thankfully after many days he got me back to almost normal kidney function. I was unable to attend the Cardiac Class after surgery. I had the gut feeling that it was my heart, but doctors insisted that it couldnt be. Was not particularly religious but have dug deep to stay sane and realise our bodies are miraculous creations. I had aortic valve replacement. The most common symptoms of nerve damage after surgery are usually numbness, tingling, burning, muscle weakness or atrophy. . Sorry for jumping right in, and so. My concern is the top of the scar around and above the top of the incision is a big protruding lump. To view original post visit: https://livingwithfh.blogspot.com/2016/07/life-at-five-months-after-open-heart.html. Ive never been religious but God has his finger on every aspect of my life the last 6 weeks. I went thru 1 pretty bad bout of depression about 6 weeks after surgery. 2018;13(1):e0190589. When I asked 2 of My Drs if they had ever had a patient do what I did, lose so much time and think they were fighting a war or helping catch criminals and so forth during my 2 weeks of Vents and recovery? Surgeon Q&A: Radiation Associated Heart Valve Disease. I am 73 and had a quadruple bypass in June. I just couldnt get strong enough. I have had 4 surgeries now, 3 when I was in my late 20s and my fourth was 1 year ago, Right as I was turning 50, the Aortic tissue valve that was put in 20 years ago finally stopped working , calcified along with a portion of my descending Aorta. The fact that I had told her about my swelling apparently did not raise flags that edema or lymphatic type symptoms meant something more serious so I never got additional tests. CT scans are more detailed than standard X-rays. I guess a little discomfort is better than the alternative if I hadnt had OHS, right! An the only thing that helps is to push on it and I told him I can't go around holding my boob, he laughed. My heartfelt prayers go out to each of you for your journeys in recovery, I hope we all can find new Joy in living to replace the pain, suffering, and loss that our precious hearts must now endure. Surgery is a major cause for blood clots (" deep vein thrombosis "). How long did it take? Wonder if it is the metoprolol? A 5 minute walk to town takes me half an hour, having to stop and get my breath every few metres. I guess the discomfort never goes away. Damage to the nerves can lead to temporary loss of both motor and sensory function. Now almost 10 months since surgery, he seems to have plateaued. This test can determine if the nerve size shows swelling and/or constriction. 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. Best wishes to all. My partner Bob had emergency open heart surgery (aortic arch replacement) on 22 March in the UK just days after having angioplasty (3 stents fitted). I'm still hopeful with time it will go away, but I'm not as far along post-op as you are. He then booked me for an MRI so he could see the full extent. Glad I found this page as I see many similarities across the posts. I am worried that I have done something. Struggling keeping the weight off. Doctors told me I should have died months ago. 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.? Just doing little things like getting out of bed without help sometimes or making coffee is a challenge. Normal? I would love to know if you are still having this problem..and if so, what is it like now?. Every day, thousands of people in the United States undergo open-heart surgery. I found it very interesting to read the comments and questions above. Dr. Mustafa Ahmed says . I hear you Maryann. undefined will no longer be visible to you including posts, replies, and photos. Mostly, however, Im just so grateful to be alive. After all, you can't feel pain when you are numb to it. 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. Pain. But the outcome is sweet. Have any of your readers experienced this? Following winds to all of you!! I find I can sleep 10 hrs a day and still feel tired. Now, I am on 4 medications Metoprolol, Rosuvatatin, Clopidogrel, and Aspirin. I found this blog and am 3 weeks post op with a new On-X valve and gel weave ascending aortic graft. Medications that are commonly used to treat nerve damage after surgery include. It is a long recovery but you are not alone and I cant tell you that it will totally subside but I can tell you that it will significantly subside but it can take a year. Needless to say I was not happy and told him so. They would come out of the blue. Help All I live in the UK and had a new aortic replacement 5 months ago where my aneurysm swelled to 9.2cm very low survival rate. I so appreciate reading how everyone in the zipper club is doing, though im Sorry for those who are having such a difficult time. Things get better but, slower then anticipated. I decided just to take one 500mg paracetamol in the evening, in case I have pain. most of all thank God for giving you a second chance in life. 10,904. I know that my God is a healer and I am healed. Now on apixaban and metoprolol to try to get the pulse under control not doing a very good job at it though. I hope so cause I never want to go they this again!! The creation of an incision can result in numbness due to temporary damage to sensory nerves. In August of 1991 finally got tired of being sick all the time, short of breathe, changed Doctors again. Im a week home from the hospital! 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. Nicky, So nice to find this website! I, too, suffer similar symptoms now post op open heart surgery 2 months. J Bone Joint Surg Am. The electric shocks diminshed with time and only occasionally do I get them now, but the numbness persists and shorted nerve multiple touch sensitivity also persists 8 1/2 years later! Feel beat. I havent left my house in over 11 weeks. i try to walk 5km as often as i can. Playing 18 but, not walking yet. Just like a lot of people on here, I have days were I feel great, and days when I feel like Im worse off than before my surgery. Many patients will experience some amount of numbness and tingling as part of the recovery process. Thank you Lord for placing each Angel in my path as I slowly gained mobility and strength! Hand numbness: Numbness, tingling, and pain in the fingers suggests a pinch nerve that may originate in the neck, elbow, or wrist. 2019 Aug 27. doi:10.1097/PRS.0000000000006266, (18) Snchez M, Anitua E2, Delgado D, Sanchez P, Prado R, Orive G, Padilla S. Platelet-rich plasma, a source of autologous growth factors and biomimetic scaffold for peripheral nerve regeneration. It went well, the mammary artery was harvested so no digging anything out of my leg and was home at the end of the week. Listen to your body. 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. In the evening I am completely exhausted from office work. Otherwise, continue to check back to our discussions, or consider joining our FH Support Group here: https://community.familyheart.org/welcome. It truly is one day at a time. After removing one of the veins to the leg, blood must find other veins to return from the legs to the heart. Good luckIve learned that the walking really helps! The early days were traumatizing. hungry all the time- eating heaps of nuts. I also feel much worse than before surgery is not suppose to be this way. Aches between your shoulder blades, over the ribs, in the back of the neck, chest or leg incision. The thought of having my ribs cracked open terrified me but the repair to my valve was very successful. Another artery was 70% blocked but they felt it was too calcified to try a bypass. I was told it could be stented at a later time. In the end, I hope to be a much stronger person. Jennifer Whitlock, RN, MSN, FNP-C, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. The upshot? Alas, I had to inform her she would not be so luckY..!! I started getting angina pains in 2018 when I was on a fairly hard bike ride. 2012;59(1):2227. Biggest issue is still my head, many issues to deal with as a result of the surgery. I was 55 inches and 170 lbs. My dr. is planning on taking me off of it and prescribing something different. I didnt feel any pain or tightness as I was raking but a couple of days after I feel tightness across my chest. For sure the first few months had its moments. Just taking it day by day. Please share the advice to me if it is normally to feel that tired after surgery for 2 months already? back at work however work fewer hours than normal. This all came out of nowhere- now understand it is certainly genetics Im doing pretty well. I expected no pain post few weeks of surgery , but understood that it is normal to have pain, numbness around chest . 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. 63 y/o Male with a heavily abused body, Smoked a pack a day since my early 40s. The past few weeks been walking with a 5 pound weight. I had a pig mitral valve in mid febohs. My cardiologist says it's time to have something done. Had a heart attack on 1/18/19 with bypass surgery three days later. Open heart surgery is an operation to repair a fault or damage in the heart. All the doctors want to do is feed my anti-depressants. And it can last for hours or even days after surgery. Thank you all for any response, advice or words of support. Thank you for sharing your experience. It's normally a tablet for epilepsy but it's now being used for nerve pain post surgery. Overview. I cycle, hill-walk on weekends with heavy back-packs. Having read everyones postings I feel very lucky as I only found this site looking for info on the chest muscle and shoulder pain, having wondered if it was normal and now I see a lot of you have it. 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 guess I can say that my recovery is coming along quickly, but I dont take it for granted. So last evening I started online research as I was having yet another episode and found this blog. Theres a blood thinner, a beta blocker and metformin to control sugar. I had my aortic valve replaced and one bypass. So, Im doing chemical stress test and rarely get feedback when I ask questions from Cardiologist #2. I had a triple bypass on January 16th and Ive had many ups and downs. I feel like an invalid. 2013;115:7-27. doi:10.1016/B978-0-444-52902-2.00002-3, (5) Fleischman AN, Rothman RH, Parvizi J. Femoral Nerve Palsy Following Total Hip Arthroplasty: Incidence and Course of Recovery. I am back to work, allowing myself to do light duty. Nerve damage after surgery that doesnt go away after a few months can be devastating. Anesth Prog. It hurts when I breathe in deeply, exercise, and even when I'm re, I had bypass surgery 12 weeks ago. I know what my limitations are and am trying to remain positive. I am sharing my own experience with this inherited disorder, and how I manage it daily from what literature I read on the topic and what my doctors say to how I live my life (what I eat, what medicine I take, how I exercise, etc). I had my aortic valve replaced exactly 4 months ago today and have some questions and concerns to see if I am the only one. Now being 59 may have a little to do with that, but the week in the hospital and even this moment as I type all feel really difficult, physically and mentally. My aneurysm was fortunately discovered after an AFib episode, which was also new to me. I am on all the same meds you are taking and was wondering if you were or had experienced any of the dizziness while on these meds?? My left breast is numb from the . 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. HBP. Ivy had a bad IV stick in her hand during which they injured the cutaneous branch of the ulnar nerve. I feel a hieghtened sensitivity in a good sense but it brings me overwhelming emotion. I felt like I was underwater screaming! If you constrict one area, less water comes out. Thankyou everyone for youre stories. boshar. I thought I had a pinch nerve in my right arm. Thats my goal. Some patients may need more treatment to restore the sensation they lost. However I do have a serious problem PAIN!! Discomfort in not being able to move in certain ways yes but even then not discomfort. I consider myself very healthy. (Although I suppose it could also be effects of getting older!!! Could that be the wires? Initially I experienced all the usual side effects of OHS and over time regained strength and stamina. I still miss smoking and I am sure I always will. If there is purpose in this, then I look forward to finding it and will do my best to get through this. Post-operative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) can also cause memory loss. 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. Are you sure you want to block this member? All rights reserved. See over 200 patient comments. I also have familial high triglycerides and have had 2 stents since 2014. i wish all and everyone are healthy and overcome this troublesome soon. I read in some blog that it is good to drink 2 glasses of beer and I had on couple of occasions. Little things that were once only an afterthought have become so much more significant and dear to me. I am 3 months from terrible mitral valve replacement and couple other procedures. I know it is a difficult surgery but many of us would not still be here without it. I feel healthy, Im still active and I have no symptoms. I am generally a positive happy person and am very thankful for each day God gives me. Its really comforting to hear others say they too have had these issues, some went to ER but nothing serious, just part of the recovery. I also have Sjogrens and autoimmune disease. She has experience in primary care and hospital medicine. This will restore pain free movement. Instantly felt bad. My husband had his 2nd open heart surgery in August of 2011 for an aortic aneurysm. One of the biggest issues we see after surgery is scarring around the nerves (1). You hit the nail on the head brianm depending on the skill of your surgeon (and whether he was something of a speed demon!) Please do not ignore any signs. Cardio rehab over the summer. This burning sensation worsens at night and it keeps me up for hours. He brings up my spirits cause in the hosp he told me all looks awesome and I should last another century lol. At times I feel a bit of pulling and pain at the scar, is all of this normal at 8 months. Have gained 15 of those back since then. but never had the pain people talk about. Providers listed on the Regenexx website are for informational purposes only and are not a recommendation from Regenexx for a specific provider or a guarantee of the outcome of any treatment you receive. I hope this helps someone. I performed the ultrasound-guided nerve hydrodissection with orthobiologics procedure a total of four times over about a year, injecting all around the nerves in the hand, the ulnar nerve at the wrist and elbow, and the nerves in the neck. Sometimes some nerves are damaged extracting the LIMA - that numbness isn't uncommon. NO WAY I could stay at home, so I went straight OUT in Mother Nature, so I walk every day between 5,000 and nearly 10,000 steps, if I take 2 walks, which is equivalent of 2.5-5 miles a day. Things can and often do get better with time. I am 11 weeks out of OHS. Lol. In this case, the area below the cut nerve could go numb. A Dacron graft was attached from the root to the hemi-arch. Its a goal. Your stories (for the most part) have encouraged me. I am a health care practitioner myself. I am now concerned about his mood he seems very irritable, frustrated and angry almost and he is desperate to come home. Hey Vince, Hoping you are doing much better! 26 days total in hospital for heart and kidney issues so its taken me a bit longer to recoup and get some strength back. Prior to this, I was walking 50 minutes a day. So sorry for all the suffering and fear out there Why am I on this blog? I will nr 4 wks post op May 24. His stamina is still not terrific. I keep hope and carry on for my family, kids, and my mother. I had open heart surgery seven weeks ago and they put a patch (from my heart sac) on the hole. And for those who have had surgery what type of clothing would be comfortable post-op and what things should I bring for my stay? Had triple bypass about 4 months ago my ribs at the front ache especially when I walk any distance but think I have been a bit stupid and lifted things thinking it would be ok but its not. I tire easily. Similarly lift your arms out to your sides, straight armed and slow. I have at times terrible nightmares and dont sleep well if at all, I am taking 2 Blood pressure pills as my B/P was still up especially with any activity. I am 60 years young, recovering from quadruple bypass surgery about 1 month ago. it was the absolute highest mountain I ever had to climb. I have good support but that doesnt change the emotional roller coaster. 5 months smoke free too. My cardiac team (all new doctors) was amazing and 5 months out, I can say the medications I was on were making me sicker than the heart attack so I could never have a good day. I am back to work at my part time job at Home Depot. Body aches all over. Surgically induced neuropathic pain: understanding the perioperative process. doi:10.1016/j.rapm.2008.07.527, Reda B, Wong I. Postoperative numbness: a survey of patients after hip arthroscopic surgery. Ive been reading comment after comment. I have lingering angina like chest pain and general soreness that is slowly dissipating. etc. I can see that now because I have not found one person on any site that can provide me with a first person account of their experiences. They're meant for patients' well-being. Had 7 bypass surgery on may 7, 2019. Unfortunately I have never received any replies to my previous posts. Im frightened, anxious, tired, no taste .. What are other peoples experience? . Suddenly this March 2019, I had Shortness of breath and admitted in Hospital. He told me I have heart murmur. She does 30-inch box jumps in CrossFit and is planning on competing in a bodybuilding competition! Computed tomography is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. Anesthesia causes numbness on purpose. Thats what I was told by a prior cardiologist & the emergency room in a hospital 2 days before my emergency surgery! The surgery involves taking a healthy blood vessel from the chest or leg area. 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. My gut is telling me that you should listen to your doctor and follow his instructions going forward. Understanding the "pins and needles" feeling. This all is so depressing to me. Three other possible causes of numbness include: Remaining still on the surgical table for an extended period of time can cause numbness. I still have nights where I cant breathe and my left arm and left leg are numb, I have regular nausea, I am weak as a kitten but can do all my household chores myself now including lawns, wash dog and fix car. 2011 Jul 20;93(14):1288-93. doi:10.2106/JBJS.J.00369, (7) Khambati FA, Shetty VP, Ghate SD, Capadia GD. Hihow is now the author of the blog?is she now in great condition?how are you now? Now, sharp as ever. I plan to see a neurologist in a few weeks if I continue to see no improvement. I mean no disrespect to many who have been there and done that, and those who have learned via traditional education or by any other means especially if they are men. Putting my shoes on took forever, and it rendered me breathless. During the day, it is a bit less painful, but it still does, I had mitral valve repair surgery 6 weeks ago. Best of luck to you. I can relate to some of it but not all of it. Although most swelling and bloating will clear by 12 weeks, you may find that swelling ebbs and flows for up to 12 months after surgery. Very fortunate for my loving Girlfriend, that was with me every minute of the way, she was there when I woke up, and has been the quintessential Nurse Ratchet ever since. Advantage is that you dont need to take Blood thinners daily. In 2006, Adam founded HeartValveSurgery.com to educate and empower patients. 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