@scs23. Good morning. It sounds as if you have had a battle that must have been extremely difficult to handle. I've had many different lung tumors, but they have been over a series of years.

You had two surgeries that changed the topography of your chest wall, and I'm not surprised that you still have some pain left. The skin and other soft tissue around your surgery site are loaded with nerve endings. Massaging it might help. Or, ask your surgeon or his nurse for suggestions

The following are from sources found by Google:

"Sarcoma is an uncommon group of cancers that arise in the bones and connective tissue such as fat and muscle. In most cases, it’s not clear what causes sarcoma. Family history and exposure to chemicals or radiation may increase risk. Symptoms depend on tumor type and location. They may include a noticeable lump or pain. Treatment may include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy."

"Synovial fluid, also called synovia, is a viscous, non-Newtonian fluid found in the cavities of synovial joints. With its egg white-like consistency, the principal role of synovial fluid is to reduce friction between the articular cartilage of synovial joints during movement."

I imagine that "spindle" describes the cell structure- like a spindle: a slender rounded rod with tapered ends."

I can't imagine that you would feel anything but petrified. I know that I would be. Try and use what has worked for you in the past.

I look forward to your keeping us updated and what your doctors say about this rare cancer.

Merry