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Hi

I'm now 14 months post op but i am still having pain/twinges in between my shoulder blades in spine area, aching in my ribs but neither is too painful i don't take painkillers. I was wondering if this is normal?

Marg

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Hi Marg

Yes I think it is normal, as I had my op 3 1/2 years ago & I still experience discomfort, but nothing to warrant taking pain killers. I believe it could be that it never leaves us but you just get used to it, but it's a small price to pay!

Cheers Jan

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