Hello:
After my 2006 revision spinal surgery (T3-S1), I was discovered to have fluid in my right lung (Pleural Effusion) and also around my heart (Pericardial Effusion). Back in 2006 I had my lung drained 3 times and still had a small amount left - mostly scarring after one year. Same with the fluid around the heart. Still had about 100 cc's after one year.
Recently I had a Chest CT Scan because I have been having severe shortness of breath and it was discovered my fluid in my right lung is increasing again along with the fluid around my heart. Just had a ECHO, EKG, and Blood Work done to see what is causing this.
Has anyone else had problems with fluid in lungs and or heart after Spinal Surgery? Please let me know. Thanks.
After my 2006 revision spinal surgery (T3-S1), I was discovered to have fluid in my right lung (Pleural Effusion) and also around my heart (Pericardial Effusion). Back in 2006 I had my lung drained 3 times and still had a small amount left - mostly scarring after one year. Same with the fluid around the heart. Still had about 100 cc's after one year.
Recently I had a Chest CT Scan because I have been having severe shortness of breath and it was discovered my fluid in my right lung is increasing again along with the fluid around my heart. Just had a ECHO, EKG, and Blood Work done to see what is causing this.
Has anyone else had problems with fluid in lungs and or heart after Spinal Surgery? Please let me know. Thanks.
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