What is recovery like after having a thymoma removed

Question 1

What is recovery like after having a thymoma removed?

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Depends on approach: Standard approach would be through a sternotomy (splitting the breast bone) which would typically require 4-6 weeks recovery. There are minimally inva... Read More

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Depends: If you have thymoma removed by "traditional" technique, median sternotomy (split breast bone), recovery can be several months. Modern techniques will... Read More

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Question 2

I had a thymoma removed 25 days ago, is it normal to still have a lot of pain and pressure?

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Maybe: Recovery after thymoma differs depending on the type of surgery done to remove the thymus e.g. Sternotomy, cervical approach, minimally invasive (vats... Read More

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Abnormal: But common. Sternal incisions are uncomfortable for a few months. If thoracotomy, may be a bit longer since the ribs are more mobile than a wired st... Read More

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Question 3

I had a thymoma removed last year and i was told it was benign and was fully encapsulated. but now every little pain and throb in my chest makes me ne?

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Should'nt: The benign tumor was excissed and that is the treatment of choice. Once removed, wounds heal in the normal fashion. Once wounds heal there is really n... Read More

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Cured: More likely than not you are cured! talk with your doc or surgeon low chance of recurrence if you have the correct info.

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Question 4

I had a thymoma removed via median sternotomy 4 months ago. i am still having fairly moderate pain. is this normal? when can i go back to work?

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Sternotomy: is surgical incision through bone, and bone can take a long time to heal. But 4 months seems a bit too long. You should consult with your surgeon, w... Read More

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Question 5

Do thymoma cause weight?

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Unlikely: To have any significant weight changes.

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Question 6

What is an atypical thymoma?

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Well....: I don't mean to shock you, but it is a type of cancer or pre-cancerous tumor. The thymus is a gland that sits on/near the heart. It is largest and pro... Read More

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Question 7

What is affected by thymoma?

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Thymus gland: Which is found behind your sternum (breastbone).

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Question 8

How fast does a thymoma grow?

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Generally slow: This link may provide more information. If you have a thymoma, i encourage referral to qualified minimally invasive thoracic surgeon. Thymoma can of... Read More

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Question 9

How do you diagnose a thymoma?

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Scan and biopsy: A ct scan should show the swelling and a biopsy should confirm it.

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Question 10

What are the tests for thymoma?

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Lab, imaging and bio: Ct imaging can help the environment, both location and size. Blood tests are used to help clarify its presence, and look for associations with myasthe... Read More

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What is recovery like after having a thymoma removed