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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.
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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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