is it within the norm to feel pressure/heaviness oever the nipple region for 5 months post stent (2) insertion. The described discomfort does not worsen with exercise. Have seen family doctor and he is not concerned, nor was I referred to a cardiologist.
Hello Thanks for posting here. During angioplasty, the stents are placed in the arteries of the heart. It is like a spring which is deployed at high atmospheric pressures. So during the deployment, you may experience chest pain or pressure. But it is unusual to cause pressure over chest or nipple area after 5 months. I agree with your doctor. There is no need to worry about it and cardiologist referral is not required. Wishing you good healthRegards