I have not had any pain other than minor since I found out I have RSD. My carpel tunnel surgery was 3 months ago. I have a stiff hand that feels more swollen in the morning. I have to squeeze it several times to get it working. I am aware that things usually worsen from 3-6 months. My hand occasionally still turns purple ( mainly when cold)and sweats less often than it did at first. I have burning in both arms and shoulders. My face also burns. Is the face burning called being flushed or is it a sign of spreading usually? I take neurontin also. The burning is random in different areas and has been on different parts of my legs lately. Much worse in both arms.Most people on here seem to have pain as their first symptom.I am just confused about this. It could be that most get the diagnosis later than I did.