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I had a thymoma removed via median sternotomy 4 months ago. i am still having fairly moderate pain. is this normal? when can i go back to work?
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Sternotomy: is surgical incision through bone, and bone can take a long time to heal. But 4 months seems a bit too long. You should consult with your surgeon, who might have a better idea about healing in your particular case. Return to work depends a lot upon the nature of your work.
Answered 7/19/2016
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