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Have you had these symptoms since your surgery or just recently? It sounds a little like something I had/have but was blamed on nerve irritation during surgery.
I woke up with no feeling in either leg followed by such hypersensitivity and burning, I was on Dilaudid for 6 months. I was on crutches for 5 months, able to use my right leg only. Most of the feeling in my right leg returned within 6-12 months but my left leg remains partially numb and weak. Most of the pain has diminished, returning mostly when tired. I remained on Neurontin/Lyrica for 2 years, ultimately choosing the pain over the fog. I now treat symptoms as needed.
Much to my amazement, my pm recommended accupuncture which helped tremendously.
It is my understanding that the burning and numbness can be usual side effects with nerve damage, the pain from which can be inescapable. Increase the Neurontin as necessary (I took 2700mg daily), increasing and tapering slowly. Once comfortable, address other remedies as possible. I know of only 1 person whose severe symptoms remained permanantly.
My thoughts are with you, Dale
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3 level Prodisc adr S1-L3, Oct 12, 2005
Dr. B in Bogen, Germany
Severe nerve damage in left leg, still working on it
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