A question about neck pain near the area they stuck me for my IV.
Surgery on Aug. 30th Two valves repaired. Surgery very successful. However when ...Read more
A question about neck pain near the area they stuck me for my IV.
Surgery on Aug. 30th Two valves repaired. Surgery very successful. However when I am moving something heavy (at the top of my restrictions) or putting some strain on myself I feel a pressure in my neck near where they stuck me for the IV. Is that normal? Cannot find any info. I asked my nurse at Cardiac rehab but they did not know. l
Cathleen Weed The site can hurt for awhile but I would get checked. Is there any swelling (distention), redness/hea ... Read more
Cathleen Weed The site can hurt for awhile but I would get checked. Is there any swelling (distention), redness/heat, or a mass in your neck? Do you have a headache, numbness, or dizziness? Definitely have your doctor look at it if they haven't yet. They can check the pressure and order an ultrasound. Pain related to a central line (CVC) should be brought up to your doctor in case there's an injury. Everyone is different so it could literally just still be irritated at the insertion site. They are definitely no fun.
Surgery on Aug. 30th Two valves repaired. Surgery very successful. However when ...Read more
Surgery on Aug. 30th Two valves repaired. Surgery very successful. However when I am moving something heavy (at the top of my restrictions) or putting some strain on myself I feel a pressure in my neck near where they stuck me for the IV. Is that normal? Cannot find any info. I asked my nurse at Cardiac rehab but they did not know. l