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I had open heart surgery two years ago and have a spot below my sternum that bulges out like a 1 1/2 inch lump when i breathe out. what is it?
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That can't be --: -answered here. It can only be answered by your cardiac surgeon or a general/thoracic surgeon which means it needs a hands on exam as well as possible imaging.
Answered 5/28/2016
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Sounds like: an incisional hernia. Have your doctor take a look at it. It might require surgical repair, especially if you have pain or discomfort.
Answered 2/21/2017
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