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Is there anyone out there that has had a thymectomy after the age of 50 with success? Please tell me you’re good...

I am 51, I have been referred to a surgeon for a thymectomy. My MG specialist says nooooo due to my age...

Thymectomy via partial sternotomy

Hi there, I’m 20 and I’ve been diagnosed with MG for almost two years now and recently had a thymectomy via a...

Surgery Yesterday

Hello, Just thought I'd share I had my thymectomy yesterday. Up walking pretty quick should be discharged tomorrow all things been well...

My story

I am 65 years old. I was diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis almost 3 years ago. It started 3 years ago with double...

Thymectomy

Hello, I know there's previously been discussions about this from various people in various forms but couldn't find anything for this year...

Beginning to exercise after thymectomy

Beginning to exercise after having a thymectomy can be scary! Exercising with MG already is daunting for many as it means accommodating...

Has anyone had a transternal thymectomy?

I had a transternal thymectomy about 14 weeks ago. Whenever I lay down then get up, seems like my chest sticks to...

Did You Massage Your Thymectomy Scar?

Many hospitals and health institutions recommend scar massaging a few weeks post-operation. Different massaging methods may be suggested, but they all have...

How long does nerve pain last on chest after thymectomy?

I just want to know how long will I have the nerve/muscle pain since surgery? I can’t stand anything touching the incision...

How Long Have / Did You Experience Discomfort After Thymectomy?

It has been almost 2 years since my transsternal thymectomy. I had a good amount of pain afterward, toward my stomach, sides...

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