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Old 07-23-2015, 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Ragtop262 View Post
Welcome Tomyo10:
Did they ever do any post-surgical imaging or tests to confirm if what you are experiencing is related to the surgery, or is the result of something else? I'm not an expert, but what you are describing sounds more like a spinal cord issue than PN. Seems like you should get some imaging and testing to narrow down the source of the problem(s). If the cause isn't treatable, you may need to see a pain management specialist. They may have multiple options to treat the pain. That would include the use of a SCS - but that's pretty invasive and kind of a "last resort" in my opinion.
Definitely caused by the procedure. The Neurologist said someone "missed something". Something was "nicked" during the surgery.

My new Neurologist says that there is nothing surgically that can be done. He's the kind of guy who won't do any surgery unless absolutely necessary. And he's the one who is suggesting the trial SCS. And yes- it's probably my last resort, also. But doing the trial is only a 5-7 day deal to see if it'll help.

The pain and burning is getting worse and I need to figure something out.

What kind of options do pain specialists give you?
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