Neuropathy 2 years post lower facelift - what should I do?

May 14, 2025
Asked By:Bright263524 in El Dorado Hills, CA

Hello, I had a lower facelift two years ago and still have significant neuropathic pain, tingling, and numbness over the entire neck. It really bothers me a lot! I asked my doctor if my fibromyalgia would be a problem for recovery and he shrugged it off-like it wasn't a big deal. Every month I go back and say I’m still experiencing the pain, tingling and numbness and he says it is just the nerves trying to regenerate. Last time, he got very defensive and now I’m afraid to talk to him about it. I’m afraid I’m going to feel like this forever. Could this be nerve damage? What should I do? Please advise. Thank you

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Answer: Neuropathic symptoms are an uncommon complication following a facelift, but they can still occur

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