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Anyone had plexus nerve block for cancer pain?

Pancreatic Cancer | Last Active: Dec 29, 2024 | Replies (32)

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@lulusmom

I have had the block done and highly recommend it. It only took 10-15 minutes to perform/complete it. I had constant abdominal pain that was a 10 out of 10 and wasn't responding to 2 high level pain killers. I was put under conscious sedation for the procedure and didn't feel anything other than some pressure. I was still in some pain for about 24 hours after, but then it finally subsided and I felt so much better. I did not experience any side effects from the procedure other than a little tenderness in that area for 2-3 days. I cannot speak to how well it relieves back pain, however I did have on and off back pains beforehand, and I don't think I have had any since the procedure, now that you mention it as being a treatment option. I have also found medical marijuana to be amazing at relieving a variety of cancer symptoms, including pain.

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Do you have to have the injection/block again or is it a onc time shot?