Health Organization for Pudendal Education

Hello,
I got my first bilateral ultrasound guided nerve block last week. Initially I was in heaven. Then, two days later, my pain skyrocketed. I am back up to an 8 on the pain scales. I had gotten down around the 4's and 5's. Its unbearable. I have had it for four days now. Is this normal?

Yes, it's normal to have a flare-up after a nerve block. Usually it happens when the steroid kicks in several days after the block and it may last several weeks. Maybe your physician can prescribe additional pain medication for you during this time. Also, ice can be very helpful.

Violet

Thanks violet,
I just saw this. I appreciate your reply. Things did settle a bit and my pain got pretty low for a few days. But its back up. Ugh

Thanks again