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Strange sensations after L4-5 fusion

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LJE4Info
LJE4Info

Hi,

I'm wondering if other L4-5 fusion patients experience strange sensations throughout various parts of body!? I get different tastes and a feeling of a cool flushing in throats and chest.. among other odd sensations! I understand nerves healing etc. but is anyone else feeling it in upper body and trigeminal nerves in face??? Thanks!

Also, how long does this heavy weight feeling on incision area last? I'm @ 6 wks.

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  • sherill71240
    sherill71240 LJE4Info

    Posted

    Hi LJ,

    I had an xlif of L3,4 and 5 with a laminectomy 6 weeks ago. I am also feeling the same sensations in my throat, legs and feet. It is frustrating to say the least and makes me very nervous. I am just now getting a weird taste in my mouth. I see my surgeon tomorrow and will be asking for answers. I am also sweating a lot at night. I did Google my symptoms and it sounds like this might be normal. Guess I'll find out tomorrow. You might want to call or see your surgeon also. Good luck

    • LJE4Info
      LJE4Info sherill71240

      Posted

      Hi sherill

      Thank you for your reply.

      Well it is nice to know I'm not alone with strange sensations! It can make me anxious as well! And oh yes I was sweating so much at night I often changed my pajamas! It's gotten bit better though.

      Boy how are you getting along? Just having my L4-5 fused with laminectomy n decompression was but tougher than I expected!

      I'm progressing however sometimes I worry if I will ever be normal again!

      Best recovery wishes to you!

      Thanks LJE

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