carolhg Posted August 15, 2005 Share Posted August 15, 2005 I had a rib bone removed during one of the procdures that I had when I had surgery. I had a boroscoptophy, thoracotomy and lobectomy. Two other ribs were "pulled togegether" to protect the space of the missing rib. Does anyone know how long it will be before the discomfort goes away? It feels painful. Thank you for any information. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkiesmom Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 Carol I never had a rib removed but 10 years ago I did have 4 broken ribs and it took a few months to be almost pain free. I wish I could help you more. Good Luck Lorrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 Carol, I had a rib removed also and it takes TIME! I think it took me a good 2 to 3 months before I felt less pain. I wouldn't over do anything for a while. It hasn't been that long for you. But, just for the lark of it, always keep your doctor informed of you pain. And always stay on your pain pills to keep that pain under control You WON'T become addicted! HONEST! Oh, and I had my chest cracked open twice within 10 weeks for my open heart surgery, and it just takes time. Hope your feeling better soon. Take it easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 Carol, I'm hoping your pain decreases soon. Just take everything really slow and easy and listen to Connie B. Our Connie always has great advice!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted August 16, 2005 Author Share Posted August 16, 2005 Thank you all so very much for the information that you have given me. I am truly grateful, and I truly do listen to your advice. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellakc2 Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 Hi Carol, I had the center of my 4th rib removed during Lobectomy on 9-15-03 and I still have pain. Had bone removed from hip in 1995 for a fusion in my neck and it took 4yrs. to stop hurting. Everyone is soooo different. I know people had ribs removed and had no pain. Go figure. Good luck and take care. Mare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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