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What Causes Sharp Pain On Breathing, Short Of Breath With Gallbladder Surgery History?
i had gallbladder surgery on 12/04/12 and for about 4 days i have been short of breath and i have sharp pains when i breathe in and out. The pain only started when i would breathe deeply but now a simple inhale and exhale is very painful. What could this be?
noted history of gallbladder surgery and sharp pain on post-operative site associated with shortness of breath and pain upon inhalation and exhalation. post-operative pain/discomfort usually occurs even after years of surgery. it is best if you do a follow-up consult with your surgeon for physical examination and clinical evaluation. costochondritic, muscular and pleuritic pain must also be ruled-out. analgesics as needed may temporarily alleviate the pain.
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What Causes Sharp Pain On Breathing, Short Of Breath With Gallbladder Surgery History?
hi. noted history of gallbladder surgery and sharp pain on post-operative site associated with shortness of breath and pain upon inhalation and exhalation. post-operative pain/discomfort usually occurs even after years of surgery. it is best if you do a follow-up consult with your surgeon for physical examination and clinical evaluation. costochondritic, muscular and pleuritic pain must also be ruled-out. analgesics as needed may temporarily alleviate the pain. hope this helps. good day!! ~dr.kaye