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 Posted: 01/24/07 - 22:43 Post subject: Post Morton's Neuroma Surgery Pain |
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Hello-
I had 2 nerves removed from each foot 5 months ago. Following surgery my life went down the toilet. Pain pills were totally ineffective. I've been prescribed Lyrica (no relief) and for 4 weeks I've been taking Cymbalta. The pains are in both feet, ankles, lower leg are worse than ever. I'm unable to wear shoes, walk any distance, stand very long on my feet. I have to take Ambien which enables me to sleep an average of 6 hours. My podiatrist hasn't a clue to help me and my internal med doctor prescribed the Cymbalta. I lost 18 pounds in 8 days, horrific side effects. I was a 72 year old with ZERO health problems (looked 50) -- now I am desperate for any kind of relief! What do I do next? Please help! THANK YOU |
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| Posted: 01/12/08 - 19:55 Post subject: Same Problem with Pain after Morton's Neuroma Surgery |
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I'm new here in this forum. I've seen similar posts from people who have had extended, severe pain after Morton's Neuroma surgery. My wife had her surgery on 10/29/07, about 2.5 months ago. She's pretty much at at 10 (scale of 1-10 with 10 highest in pain) every day, almost the entire day.
We've tried the following which provided no relief:
pain medication - vicodine, percostat, etc.
other medication - gabepentin (on it for about 1 month at high dose), antidepressants, etc.
local injection in the foot
morphine shot
hypnosis - didn't work
acupuncture - provides just a few hours of relief afterwards
psychological pain counseling - I think the doctors are starting to think it is in her head and that she has no tolerance for any pain
3 nerve blocks
She's had a MRI and no problems found. There has been no infection or swelling. The doctors have ruled out other forms of nerve disease, but believe that her nervous system has not stopped sending pain signals due to the nerve trauma caused by the surgery.
One more med to try - Cymbalta. Also will try physical therapy, which will use a machine that provides electric pulses. After that it's Mayo Clinic.
She had the enlarged nerve removed between the 3rd and 4th toe. The doctor made the incision from the top, and running down between the toes. There is still a very small hole between the toes which hasn't quite closed. He has indicated the surgery was very straightforward, with no problems encountered.
I've been as supportive as possible, but this problem has been a drain on both of us. She spends most of her day in bed since she is most comfortable there even though the pain still exists regardless of activity. The doctor says she can be active on the foot, but is not ready for a tennis shoe yet. She feels best in the morning, but as the day progresses the pain gets worse.
Has anyone else experienced this? Did any treatment help? Has the pain gone away? How long did it take? We're desperate for options. If anyone can respond we'd be extremely grateful. |
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| Posted: 01/13/08 - 14:31 Post subject: |
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| I had the Morton's neuroma surgery and am very happy with the results. I am so sorry many of you had had trouble, but I know others who have not had any trouble and are back to their normal activities. It was about a month ago now, and I can say that I am very glad that I did it. |
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| Posted: 02/20/08 - 00:02 Post subject: Post surgery Neuromas |
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I'm very disturbed by the number of negative comments regarding post surgery with neuromas. I had 2 large neuromas removed from my right foot about one month ago and it has been suggested that I get another surgery on my left foot (docs have said my left foot has the largest neuromas they have ever seen). I am now reconsidering this surgery because my middle toe and the pad of my foot on my right foot remains numb. I'm wondering if this has been a similar situation for others who have had neuromas removed. If so, does the feeling in your toes return? I'm not sure if the surgeon has botched the operation or if this is the norm.
Thanks in advance for your replies.
Suzanne |
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