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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

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5 years ago (April 6, 2021)

Just wondering - 6 months after robotic MV repair, I have some tenderness in my chest and that's remained fairly constant. It is not painful or all that bothersome, but I do notice and it just doesnt seem to be going away like I thought it would. The tenderness is... Read more.

Rose Madura

I think it's quite common. Your body has been through a lot so listen to it, and be kind to it. I've always called it a journey. You will continue to feel better each and every day.

Joseph Heinzmann

Not six months, just creeping up on three here. But yes, I have right side tenderness. When I asked about it nobody seemed concerned at all. Same sensations you describe, not painful but I'm aware that it's there.

Susan Lynn

Ray - You may have required some rib spreading for your procedure. That can certainly create some tenderness. If it doesn't seem to be improving, you may want to get an x-ray to be sure you don't have a small fracture. Please keep us posted. Best of luck to you!

Cheryl Mann

I have not had my surgery yet (2 weeks to go), but my physician mentioned that with robotic surgery, it is possible to have rib pain for several months after surgery (sometimes a little tender up to a year). I hope yours are feeling better soon.

Richard Munson

I am 3 months into minimal invasive not robotic and every now and then it feels like an ice pick has been inserted into one of my small scars. It usually lasts for a minute then goes away till the next time. My surgeon says he had to cut thru... Read more.

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