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Pain after robotic assisted lobectomy: How long does it last?

Lung Cancer | Last Active: Aug 29 10:37pm | Replies (97)
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@mylungs2023

I had bilaterial lung volume reduction surgery on May 17 th of 2024. I'm still swollen and in pain. I was told by a pulmonary Dr. that I'm just atypical. Now 15 months later, feel that something is wrong. Any suggestions?

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kyocera56 | @kyocera56 | Aug 26 10:24am

I thought it had been longer, that is why I changed my first comment. If it is only 7 weeks I think I would go back to the surgeon and see what he says. If you do not feel comfortable with the response you get, get a second opinion.

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Lisa, Volunteer Mentor | @lls8000 | Aug 29 5:10pm

Welcome to Mayo Connect @mylungs2023. Some people are slower to heal from lung surgeries, but I'm sure it's no fun being 'atypical'. Did your doctor have any suggestions to reduce the inflammation? Is the pain like nerve pain, or general discomfort?

I had to look this one up: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/lung-volume-reduction-surgery/about/pac-20385045
It may be helpful if you posted to the Lung Health group. Others here have lung cancer experience, so many certainly have lung surgery experience, but recovery may be different too. (https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/lung-conditions/)

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