I believe it is a combination of nerve pain/swelling. I have severe burning pain all the time around ears, face and neck. IIt's worse on the left side (most of my ear is still numb on this side). I have been taking muscle relaxers, anti-spasm meds, Tylenol, Benadryl (advise of PS), and recently Ibuprofen. The pain is excruciating most all the time. I'm having difficulty just getting through the day. What can I do to get this burning pain/swelling under control?
April 28, 2016
Answer: Nerve Pain after Facelift
Although this may only be temporary, Neurontin or Lyrica may be beneficial during the recovery period. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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April 28, 2016
Answer: Nerve Pain after Facelift
Although this may only be temporary, Neurontin or Lyrica may be beneficial during the recovery period. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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July 6, 2016
Answer: Pain around ears, face and neck 9 weeks after facelift
What you describe could be a form of neuralgia. Neuralgia results from irritation to a nerve, and can be caused by trauma to an area, including surgery. Symptoms may appear as follow:
1) Your skin may be more sensitive in the area of the irritated nerve
2) You may have sharp shooting pains along the affected nerve
3) You may feel numbness along the nerve
Anti-inflammatory medications such as naproxen or ibuprofen may help, and there are also specific medications that can address the neuralgia. This is an issue that usually takes care of itself fairly quickly, and the best thing you can do for now is control the pain and symptoms of the condition. At this point, I would recommend following up with your surgeon to discuss your symptoms. He or she may be able to recommend some treatment options or provide a referral to a pain specialist that will make you more comfortable. Thanks and good luck!
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July 6, 2016
Answer: Pain around ears, face and neck 9 weeks after facelift
What you describe could be a form of neuralgia. Neuralgia results from irritation to a nerve, and can be caused by trauma to an area, including surgery. Symptoms may appear as follow:
1) Your skin may be more sensitive in the area of the irritated nerve
2) You may have sharp shooting pains along the affected nerve
3) You may feel numbness along the nerve
Anti-inflammatory medications such as naproxen or ibuprofen may help, and there are also specific medications that can address the neuralgia. This is an issue that usually takes care of itself fairly quickly, and the best thing you can do for now is control the pain and symptoms of the condition. At this point, I would recommend following up with your surgeon to discuss your symptoms. He or she may be able to recommend some treatment options or provide a referral to a pain specialist that will make you more comfortable. Thanks and good luck!
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