Nerve Block Didn't Last

The nerve blocks I had at the base of my skull 1 1/2 weeks ago have ceased working and now the pain has come back with a vengeance.  Is it possible that the block actually irritated the nerve and made it worse or is it just my imagination because I had a few days WITHOUT any pain?  Is it worth it if it's actually going to feel like it's hurting more when it stops working?

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
How are you? Occipital nerve blocks are safe, relatively simple and temporary procedure. If a patient responds well, there are a variety of other more permanent pain-relieving procedures that can be performed. This includes cutting the nerve, decompressing the nerve,  damaging it with small doses of a toxin or with a radio-frequency energy probe and even the use of an occipital nerve stimulator. Discuss these options with your doctor and decide which is best for you. Take care and regards.

[ajg33]

hello
i had nerve block injections also! I had them twice three weeks apart! the first time I was told sometimes it takes a couple of times to last! Talk to your doctor and see what he say's about that! For me the block's worked really well and I feel its better than taking med's! Just wanted to share that with you!
pain free wishes my friend!
Anthony

[Regalhank]

Thanks for that.  Did your doctor give you any indication of how many times you can have this done?  Really, this could probably go on forever cause who wants to have the pain come back?

[ajg33]

Your welcome! I didnt ask him that question,but I will see him on monday and will ask then for sure! I hope your well!

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
How are you? Occipital nerve blocks are safe, relatively simple and temporary procedure. If a patient responds well, there are a variety of other more permanent pain-relieving procedures that can be performed. This includes cutting the nerve, decompressing the nerve,  damaging it with small doses of a toxin or with a radio-frequency energy probe and even the use of an occipital nerve stimulator. Discuss these options with your doctor and decide which is best for you. Take care and regards.