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Can a nerve block help cure my pain from phn?
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Maybe: A nerve block is one of many possible treatments. Have you tried oral and topical medications (lyrica, lidoderm) as well as antiviral medication (valtrex)?
Answered 3/22/2013
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PHN: Typically nerve block are performed with local anesthetics and may have steroid added for anti-inflammatory effect. The duration of effect is extremely variable dependent on which condition the block is performed. Phn can be very difficult to treat but is amenable to many therapies which should be guided by a practitioner well versed in such conditions such as a pain specialist.
Answered 9/24/2016
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