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