is this weird?

Hi,
So I have a question. After an EP study or catheter ablation, is it weird/unusual for a few days later for your 'insides' to be almost sore? Like my chest feels swollen from the inside almost like there is pressure on the left side of my rib cage.
It feels weird, but I don't know if it's something that I need to worry about.
thanks.

2 Comments

Not weird

by DC Pacer - 2009-08-21 07:08:56

The heart tissue has undergone trauma during an EP study / ablation. There could be swelling and discomfort for some time after that. I have had two ablations, one successful and one not, both with these followup symptoms.

thanks

by justme - 2009-08-22 12:08:18

Thank you for responding. It is very helpful to know that some people experience these same type of feelings. I've stopped worrying about it :-)

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