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Had lobectomy in 2020 still having radiating severe nerve pain.
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I wanted to thank everyone for their comments in this thread. It helps us all know we are not alone in dealing with this. The chronic pain from my lower right lobe thoracotomy in 2020 has severely impacted my life. I was wondering if anyone has had access to or tried pain reprocessing therapy?
I try to stay positive but currently am taking 900 mg of gabapentin a day, lidocaine patch on my back and nerve block injections but still cannot do many of the things I would like to and still cannot wear a bra.
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After buying at least 20 different bras I finally found some that I can wear without triggering the nerve pain.
The first one was called “True” but I can no longer find them. Now I buy Bali it has same material as True. Soft, stretchy, no side stitching. As for the pain you mentioned if it’s nerve pain it seems Gabapentin is the most effective for me. As for other pain talk to your pain management they know what can help.
Good luck & hugs.
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Juliette have you tried Prednisone or another steroid? I was given it for an unrelated RA flare and for me it was a miraculous improvement. We’re all unique but thought I’d mention it.