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I Have Been Experiencing A Lump Under My Xyphoid For

Posted on Mon, 25 May 2020

Question: I have been experiencing a lump under my xyphoid for 3 months. When the lump is manipulated I get sever pain in ribs, chest and neck area. It was suggested the inflammation is agitating the Vagus nerve. I was referred to a thoracic surgeon who wants to remove the xyphoid. I cant find too much data about this surgery and what happens afterward. What about the space where the xyphoid used to be? Any complications to the rib cage or other organs?

thank you in advance

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Xiphoid can be removed safely with out any complications

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Removal of Xiphoid is suggested for any pain in it.It could be due to inflammation.It can be caused by lifting weights, exercises,trauma etc.
As per Medical literature, except for some pain in that area after surgery,no complications were described.As Xiphoid is small,even after its removal,there will be no abnormality in the chestwall.
There will be no complications for rib cage or chestwall.
As Thoracic Surgeon suggested surgery, it's better you proceed with it.
Taking Ibuprofen prolonged periods can have complications.
Nothing to worry.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,I will clarify further.
Wish you good health and speedy recovery
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (13 hours later)

Are there any concerns having this surgery while being treated for pericarditis? I have had pericarditis since XXXXXXX 18, 2020 and I am now on .6mg Colchicine 2 x daily. It has been a comedy of errors in treating the pericarditis but finally it appears there is a good plan in place. My concern is laying on my back for the surgery. I have not slept lying flat since the Peri because when I do I get abnormal rhythms.

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (3 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Please discuss this with Thoracic Surgeon

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Hope you have told the Thoracic Surgeon about your treatment for Pericarditis.
Please consult your Cardiologist and explain him the exact site of pain near Xiphoid.If the pain is due to Pericarditis,then Surgery may not be necessary.
Nothing to worry.
Hope I answered your question.
Regards

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad