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Nerve block for shoulder surgery
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I had a nerve block done for my rotator cuff surgery on 02/23 and became sick within a week after. Symptoms: excessive stomach gas, naseau to the point of gagging when trying to eat, and pain in my upper abdomen. First few days I thought it was from Chinese food and a week after contributed it to the stomach flu. It never got better. I felt like I wanted to vomit but never could and never had diarrhea. I have seen GI and had all the tests which show nothing is wrong with my stomach but six weeks later I still have the same issues. I am wondering if anyone has heard of anything like this after having a nerve block and surgery? I am desperate for some relief and want my life back. Thank you.
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Yes. Thank you for asking. After 8 months of intensive PT, I have more strength in my arm and pretty good range of motion, but not like pre fall. I am still a work in progress but so grateful for how far I've come. There are times when my arm and shoulder are sore, but am moving forward. I am still doing the exercises provided by my therapist.
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1 ReactionI had shoulder surgery this afternoon with a nerve block. Working great for upper shoulder but my hand and fingers are really bothering me with the numbness but tingling and pain. Does this mean the block is wearing off already? Will this continue all the way up the arm? Nurse said wait til block wears off before starting pain pills but I cannot wait. This extremely uncomfortable. Pain med hasn’t touched it.
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2 ReactionsThanks for posting this. I had my shoulder replaced on June 3 2024 and have the exact same symptoms. Just returned from the ER only to be told they can find nothing wrong even with a CAT Scan. Put mo on muscle relaxers. So now I wait.
I would love to hear if anybody has found a conclusive cause for this issue. I can’t accept nothing is wrong!
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1 ReactionI never heard of all these side effects from nerve block so I would definitely go and see a specialist. I doubt it’s from the nerve block.
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1 ReactionThis response is simply my personal experience with postoperative pain management following rotator cuff surgery. I had my right rotator cuff repaired a couple of years ago. The surgery was fairly extensive lasting approximately 3 1/2 hours. Two plates, six pins and four screws to repair the rotator cuff and horizontal bicep tear. My suggestion is if you even remotely believe the nerve block is wearing off promptly take your prescribed pain medications. It’s much easier to manage the pain before it escalates. Once the pain reaches a certain level it’s difficult to manage going forward, My right shoulder has healed and is now stronger than ever after a lot of hard work in rehab. This coming Friday 09/26/2025 I’m having surgery to repair the left shoulder which has pretty much the identical injuries as the right shoulder. A lifetime of motocross has taken its toll. Lol I’ve decided to try the extended nerve block this time. I will report my progress in the coming weeks. I’m hopeful this will help with the postoperative pain management. Fingers crossed 🤞 Be well my friends Aloha
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