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I had open heart surgery now having sharp pains in the chest what could be the problem ?
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Surgery : Could be just the eternal wires but should check with your doctor to be sure nothing else.
Answered 1/24/2020
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Incision: Usually sharp pain after a sternotomy is incisional. You might have pulled something if you were overexerting yourself. If pain meds don't make it improve then make appointment to see your surgeon.
Answered 1/24/2020
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