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Old 01-25-2008, 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by julieocc View Post
Hi thanks for your reply
I am on a long wait list to have my nerve burned in C2-C3. They create three lesions at C2-C3 and burn the junction of the occipital nerve.
What percentage did the burning alleviate your pain?
Too bad it only lasted 6 months for you--I was told it can last up to 3 years but I kind of doubted if it would last that long.
I am taking Neurontin now while I wait for the procedure.
Thanks
Julie
Ummm I would have to say it at first it alleviated the pain at about 80%. Enough for me to function and sleep without thinking about the pain.
Unfortunately I think it is failing. I have had it done 3 times now and this last time isn't lasting as long as the other 2 had. I don't know what exactly was different, but the sciatica is back a little. I think I need another MRI to see what is going on there.
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