I do not believe I have been to this forum before but have been many times to neuro forums when I was trying to learn more about multiple sclerosis. I have MS since teenager (but only 30 year diagnosis). IN addition, I had left 1st rib resection for TOS in 1982. NOW, my Doc wants me to go back to a Thoracic surgeon for a workup for TOS again, because my left arm is swelling and my left jugular vein and left face and head and left breast are swelling. I think he is on the wrong track and I believe the problem is closer to my heart. Has anyone ever heard of this happening following left rib resection, so many years later. The swelling at the place where the jugular, supraclavicular and sublaclavian are backing up swells up visibly like a balloon that is going to burst and my blood pressure drops. Does anyone have a clue? Moderators?