6 weeks post op Tummy Tuck, I have burning sensation in my groin/pubic area. Is this nerve pain?

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6 weeks post op tummy tuck and I have a burning sensation around groin/pubic area. I was prescribed gabapentin and I only take it at night. It seem to help. How long does it take for nerve pain to resolve? And is it nerve pain?

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Resolution of nerve pain varies between patients.  It may take months  to resolve. Continue to use Gabapentin and follow up with your plastic surgeon.

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6 weeks post op Tummy Tuck, I have burning sensation in my groin/pubic area. Is this nerve pain?

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