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Is occassional minor sharp pain behind lower ribs, l of sternum normal day after celiac plexus ablation with alcohol? i feel fine otherwise.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Potentially: If the pain is minor as you say, it could very well be related to the procedure you had done and should resolve over the next several days. If it does not, or if it worsens in any way, don’t hesitate to let your provider know.

Answered 1/5/2019

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