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Originally Posted by brisco71
I had a 1st rib resection(left side) 3 weeks ago. I had the surgery scheduled at Johns Hopkins, but, decided to have a local surgeon do it instead so we could be close to home. Big mistake! The surgeon damaged both nerves and muscles during the surgery. It has been hell, I was released from the hospital 2 days after surgery, then readmitted 2 days later because the pain was so out of control. They kept me for a week trying everything they could to control the pain. They even tried a Fentanyl patch, which did not help. They sent me to a Pain Management Dr. yesterday who may install a pump for pain meds if this latest round of drugs doesn't help.
I would love to hear from anyone who has gone through this. It's devastating to think I may have life-long pain because I picked the wrong surgeon.
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Thanks for sharing your story. I'm really sorry for what u have gone through. One thing I want to let u know, don't give up. Just because that surgeon made a mistake, doesn't mean it can't be corrected. If u can go back to John Hopkins, go back and explain to them what happen. There is always someone that can correct someone else's mistake. Keep fighting, and don't stop seeking others opinons about your situation. I've been in your shoes. I'm praying for u, and May GOD bless u.