Return of TN pain, 2 years post MVD
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Hi all,
I had MVD surgery two years ago for my TN and have been blissfully pain free up until around three weeks ago, when I suddenly got a series of awful return attacks. The main difference this time is that I got woken up at night by searing attacks, which didn't happen two years ago (previously I only got attacks when awake - talking, eating etc.
The attacks have stopped again, so I don't know whether to pursue an appointment with my neurologist (I have MS) and neurosurgeon with a view to getting another MRI scan to see whether there is a fresh vascular compression, or to wait and see now what happens. It takes time to get an appointment here in the UK, so should I set the ball rolling now, in case the pain comes back with a vengeance? Anyone had a similar experience?
Sasha
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cary14293 Sasha8101
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i myself wont have the MVD surgery because sadly the TN does come back. Many people like yourself get relief maybe for years and then out of nowhere it starts up. i am so very sorry you are going through this again. I would highly reccomend you get an appointment with your doctor. I live in the United States BTW.. how long does it take to see a doctor in the UK?
Sasha8101 cary14293
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Thanks for your reply. I decided to get the ball rolling in case the pain returns, so put a call in to my doctor/GP. It can take a few months to be seen if you're not private, here in the UK.
Best wishes
Sasha
cary14293 Sasha8101
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best wishes and will keep you in my prayers. Wow that is so sad it takes that long to be seen.
lee12629 Sasha8101
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I'd get an apt ASAP just to be on the safe side..m
Sasha8101 lee12629
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Yes, that's my thinking too now.
Thanks
Sasha
lee12629 Sasha8101
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my friend had the surgery,she is doing wonderful. It might not ever come back,as with all things not all outcomes are the same,depending on surgeon etc. Good luck.