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What Causes Persistent Pain At The Incision Site After Carotid Artery Surgery?
Question: i had carotid artery surgery 4 years ago since then i been in pain where the surgery was performed and unable to move my neck what is wrong. i been told i have to live with it
Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to the scar tissue in this region.
A pinched nerve can not be excluded either.
Physical therapy can help reduce the muscle spasms and improve your situation.
I would also recommend performing an ultrasound of the soft tissues in this region or a MRI to help exclude other possible causes.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr.Iliri
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to the scar tissue in this region.
A pinched nerve can not be excluded either.
Physical therapy can help reduce the muscle spasms and improve your situation.
I would also recommend performing an ultrasound of the soft tissues in this region or a MRI to help exclude other possible causes.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr.Iliri
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