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I have had two brain surgeries: an open craniotomy in 1997 and keyhole in 2020 in the same spot as in 1996. since the 2nd surgery i have had pain at the burr holes and wires from 1997. why?

Q: i have had two brain surgeries: an open craniotomy in 1997 and keyhole in 2020 in the same spot as in 1996. since the 2nd surgery i have had pain at the burr holes and wires from 1997. why?

: Pl consult the neurosurgeon who last operated. You need a good exam of the area and possible some imaging studies.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Pl consult the neurosurgeon who last operated. You need a good exam of the area and possible some imaging studies.

Answered 2/27/2022

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A member asked:

I have had two brain surgeries: an open craniotomy in 1997 and keyhole in 2020 in the same spot as in 1996. since the 2nd surgery i have had pain at the burr holes and wires from 1997. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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