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Originally Posted by Caladium
I had my second stellate ganglion block yesterday. The 1st was a diagnositc performed several months back at a different facility and by a different anes. than yesterdays.
At the 1st place, they covered my face with a lead apron shield. Not so at the new one.
Today I have what seems to be a sunburn on my face, neck and chest area that were exposed to the radiation. Anyone else experience anything similar to this?
Thanks,
Cala
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Hi Cala,
I have had numerous Stellate Gangliuon blocks by a specialist Anaesthetist/Pain Management Doctor and a radiographer. I have never had a lead shield put onto my face.
I honestly don't see what made the first person use one, it is very, very unusual and really not necessary as the amount of radiation from fluroscopy is negligable.
The redness on your face and chest is very unlikely to be from radiation but perhaps the vasodilating effect of the nerve block.
I am sure it will settle down, if not perhaps ask what antiseptic was used to wash you down before the procedure as it could be a reaction to that
Wishing you luck, please keep us informed with what happens.
Tayla
