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Join Date: Jan 2009
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Location: Paradise
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Originally Posted by frenchfri1003
I went for the Stellate Ganglion Block which is supposes to stop the sympathetic nervous system (SNS)to stop misfiring (I think). It was used as a diagnostic tool to see if in fact I have RSD. It was done with light sedation. No pain! After the injection, 30 minutes later the color and temp changes were amazing.The reddish was pretty much gone in my fingers and left hand resumed to a natural color and the temperature went from ice cold to average. Amazing! So they feel that I do have RSD. They recommend a series of blocks as there is a cumulative effect. (I think) I go back to the pain management dr on Tuesday. I was a bit groggy when I was talking to him so I want more clarification. From what I recall only 1x a month he preforms injections on a Saturday otherwise it is on a Friday. Any one else every have a SGB for RSD or any other nerve pain? If so, what were your results? How long did it take to see some long term results? How often did you get them, how long did they work each time? Any input is greatly appreciated from your personal experience. Thanks!
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Hi,
Yes, I started in on SGB's at 6 wks post surgery (where the surgeon damaged nerves) and when all this started for me in 2008. My symptoms and pain were a raging inferno spiraling out of control until then. Oh, and the surgeon was not the one who diagnosed the RSD...in fact he was in denial, of course, until about 4 months post surgery. It took numerous blocks over weeks and even months (probably at a rate of once every week or two) to stop the horrible progression. At this point, I am not pain free and don't think I ever will be but am better than the "early" days. IMHO, the blocks are the only thing that really help...still do. In fact I had one yesterday...number 19 or 20???? I've lost count. For me, it is still worth it. But I do understand they are not for everyone. I get 2 or 3 every 4 months or so when my symptoms go to (you know where moderators) in a hand bag. I will continue to get them, as needed, until they stop working!
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