Dear Legallady,
Yeah, My NS told me that at first with the Motor Cortex that it's hard to differentiate between the face pain and the wound pain. I hope that you have been adequately medicated so that it helps you past that hurdle. It's great to hear that you have all of that support surounding you - it is essential to have someone there to get you hot blankets and/or go on chocolate-pudding hunting expeditions.
You are in my prayers and thoughts. I hope that the haircut is not too extreme, although I have my doubts that it's a keeper.
Hugs ,
Lily