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Is an EMG (electromyography) painful?
Neuropathy | Last Active: Apr 24 6:56pm | Replies (75)Comment receiving replies
@wisfloj This is too funny because I have had both an EMG and NCS over 2 and a half years ago and it wasn't awful, yet not pleasant. The needles in muscles are a little tough. Now here I am after the fact with a diagnosis of SFPN and more pain, and going for 2nd round of testing to rule out further advancements. Ughh...contemplation. I'm between do I or dont I? Scheduled for July 10th with a 2nd neurologist opinion the 14th. I'm feeling ckickenish too but, am going to make it happen. I hope you will too if it means possibly helping you or bringing clarity to your situation. Best of luck! We got this.
Rachel
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I’m sitting in the hospital right now waiting for my sister to have this test done. Everybody I’ve spoken to said it was extremely painful so I really appreciate your input. I’m feeling much better thank you and good luck with your illness.
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Smart! I have MCTD and have had the tests, but comes out normal. Have had some success treating like fibromyalgia, which requires movement to keep pain at bay. Inflammation, fluids pressing against nerves is my take. A daily walk for generalized pain; PT for specific joints. I use KT (kinesiology) tape to isolate painful areas, lidocaine patches, ice/heat, epsom salt baths, accupressure point massage...haven't tried accupuncture yet. Compression socks make a difference for legs.