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Is an iv necessary for safety during a lumbar sympathetic block?

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: IV during invasive procedures is necessary for administration of sedation if needed, or in case of blood pressure changes, administration of fluids or medications. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Dr Beck and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/27/2015

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Is it not worth repeating the lumbar sympathetic block if it only helped for 24hours?

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How long should the first lumbar sympathetic block provide me relief to consider getting a second?

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I was wondering if a lumbar sympathetic block would hurt more on a larger person or a leaner fit person?

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On an approximate basis- if i find relief from my first lumbar sympathetic block after how long should I get my second or third? Once again approxima

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I had my first lumbar sympathetic block on 9/30. I was completely pain free on 9/30 and 10/1. My pain came back this morning. Should I consider a 2nd?

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