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Does anyone get swelling either side of a sternotomy scar? What causes it for you and how do you alleviate it?

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no swelling, I hope you get a reply, but it feels very taut and sore if it m sitting for long (18 weeks post op). Definitely a different type of scar at the bottom than at the top though. Nothing seems to be working at improving the feel or appearance yet.

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