A member asked:

When i cough or flex stomach, a bulge appears next to my left shoulder blade. this area has hurt since thoracotomy almost two years ago, bulge is new.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Possible lung: Hernia through surgical site. This is uncommon but you should touch base with your thoracic surgeon to see if you need treatment.

Answered 3/26/2014

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