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Burning and Sensitivity After Tummy Tuck - Nerve Damage?

asked 1 year ago by 9103anon
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
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Tags: burning, nerve damage, sensitivity

What test can I have to determine what nerves have been damaged it has been 5 years and the burning and pain is only getting worse....My doctor will not address this issue with me. I am seeking help now and want to know what nerve need to be removed. It is to the point I need to rest as it is so painful to do any activity. Please help me........

2 answers to Burning and Sensitivity After Tummy Tuck - Nerve Damage?

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Chronic long term pain and burning following a tummy tuck

This is very unusual and I do not have great experience with this either. I have had one patient who had simialr complaints following a 30 pound weight gain with stress on the muscle repair. This was relieved with release but her full belly returned. A TAP block by a pain managment doctor could provide you with both temporary relief with possible diagnositic benefits as to the source.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Burning and sensitivity after tummy tuck

Regarding: " Burning and sensitivity after tummy tuck - Nerve damage? What test can I have to determine what nerves have been damaged it has been 5 years and the burning and pain is only getting worse....My doctor will not address this issue with me. I am seeking help now and want to know what nerve need to be removed. It is to the point I need to rest as it is so painful to do any activity." I regret your situation. First you need to verify that you have nerve pain and not an more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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