Hello:

I am new to the world of pain, and have been searching everywhere for places to find current information that might help me as I try to cope with nerve damage to my tongue, the result of an oral surgery procedure. I have seen a few neurologists and oral surgeons; yesterday, saw a pain management expert, who is advising a stellate ganglion block as a diagnostic measure, to determine whether the pain is coming from my sympathetic nerve system, and to--maybe--use the block as a way to treat the pain. It is--no pun intended--a long shot. But I am anxious to find something that will help me. I am terrified by the prospect of the procedure and its risks, and found this site in my quest to learn more about it. My symptoms seem to reflect much of what I have read about burning mouth syndrome, although mine seems to have been triggered by the oral surgery.

I am grateful for ideas and information here.

Thank you.

jls421,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Please keep us up to date on your situation. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I am very nervous about undergoing the procedure, but I am trying to be hopeful that it will lead to a better understanding of what is going on and, maybe, lead to some pain relief. I would be grateful for either or both outcomes. I'm just very anxious about having a procedure done--oral surgery gone awry is what led me to this pain to begin with. The doctor who is performing the block is very knowledgeable and well-regarded and nice, so I am hopeful. They have moved it to earlier in the day so I do not have to spend an entire day full of anxiety and fear. I will let you know how it goes.

Thank you,
Janice