How long does pain last after surgery?
I am having pain in the front side of my chest. The surgery was done robotics. I think that my nerves are coming back and the nerve meds aren't working. So my question is how long does the pain last?
Hi
, Thanks for reaching out. Pain after surgery can last different amounts of time - it can vary by person. We always recommend checking in with your doctor/care team if experiencing pain, as they may be able to offer help, and some find a palliative care specialist helpful in managing treatment side effects like pain as well (https://lungcancer.net/living/navigating-palliative-care). You may find these posts helpful as well:
https://lungcancer.net/symptoms/pain
https://lungcancer.net/living/managing-pain-lobectomy
https://lungcancer.net/living/drug-free-pain-relief
https://lungcancer.net/living/dealing-with-nerve-pain
Thinking of you.
Best,
Margot, LungCancer.net Team
