Hi Darlene,

I just want you to know that I also have RSD due to TOS rib resection surgery in 8/05. I also developed permanent nerve damage in the arm that had the TOS. I also went the route with talking with an attorney. I received the same response. Unfortuntely, nobody can predict whether you'll get RSD. You might have something with receiving the sympathectomy. I agree, there would be no reason why he would do that at the same time.

I understand what you're going through. I also have the symptoms going down my other arm now too.

I'm not sure what you're doing for medications. Everyone is so different for what works for them.

I just had a trial for a spinal cord stimulator. That might be an option if all the other things fail.

I'll be thinking about you. Please let us know how your appt goes.

Beth.