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Is it normal to feel a little short of breath, and have minor chest and back pains after having a thoracotomy procedure done like almost two weeks ago?

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Dr. Frederick Tibayan answered

Pretty common. : Minor issues like you mention are expected after the trauma of surgery. If things get worse, or stop gradually improving, see your doctor.

Dr Ravichandran agreed

Answered 4/6/2014

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A member asked:

Is it normal to feel a little short of breath, and have minor chest and back pains after having a thoracotomy procedure done like almost two weeks ago?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frederick Tibayan answered

Dr Ravichandran agreed

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