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Told to wait 8 weeks after injection before they will assess me, then operation, anyone been through this with any advice, I have been told with fibromyalgia there is an increased risk with the anaesthetic, anyone have knowledge that this is correct
I’m in so much pain I don’t know what to do next
Any help greatly appreciated

July 4, 2024
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Members with experience in spinal injections and chronic pain management expressed concern that surgery was being considered after just one... Read more

Members with experience in spinal injections and chronic pain management expressed concern that surgery was being considered after just one unsuccessful steroid injection, encouraging the original poster to seek more diagnostic information through MRI scans and possibly a second opinion before moving forward with an operation. Several members shared that first injections are often diagnostic rather than long-term solutions, and some described their own experiences with multiple injections, nerve ablations, and the need for patience in assessing what works. A recurring theme was the importance of exploring all conservative treatment options first, understanding the root cause of the sciatica, and considering whether inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis might be contributing to the pain.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Partially
But day after the ablation, period started so bit hard to tell. Stupid bodies.

My low bsck injections I had last month did eventually start helping. In that area anyhow.

But that was bilateral - (both sides ) ones I got before in that spot was bit different.

I totally agree with your qs up above. Can't really answer it give helpful info without getting more from them first

July 4, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member r u feeling some better today Lesley?🫶🏾🙏🏽

July 4, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Did the doc do an mri to see what was going on?

July 4, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi
Thank you for replying, I’m on a lot of extra painkillers., there’s nothing that I can think of that started,it with the fibromyalgia I’ve had a bad back,for years
this is so more more painful to be able to do anything as I’m sure you already know with the horrendous fibro pain which is making it worse
I’ve seen chiropractor, had messages , a few different physio’s and acupuncture, nothing has made any difference. I’m really worried about having the operation but I don’t see it getting better anytime soon if I don’t have it

July 4, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hoping the shot works for you!!!
Have u been dealing with this for a long time? Wondering if you have tried pain meds or PT?

Do u know what is causing the pain? I know some people on this site have gotten ablations that have helped….

Also wondering if you have gotten a second opinion?

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾

July 4, 2024

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