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Anyone had a spinal cord stimulator removal?

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My pain management doctor wants to implant a stimulator but said if it doesn't improve my condition that he will not remove it but will just cut the wires. I was horrified. I know they do a 10-day or so initial, but I do not want it to be permanently there if it goes bad. Has anyone else had this happen? Should I look for another pain management doctor?

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I would find a different Dr. for an opinion
Only reason I can see is if they are using paddles it is more invasive to take out.
I dunno but definitely research it