Pain following stroke, normal?

[AliceJo]

Is it normal to have pain following a stroke?

[Dr Rajgopal]

Hi Alice ,
Stroke and pain can come together .This could be a result of a lacunar infarct (stroke) in an area of the brain called the thalamus. This area is responsible for receiving sensory information from all over the body. A lacunar stroke is specific to areas of the thalamus that receive sensory information about pain, temperature, touch, vibration and other sensations  from all over the body. When a stroke leads to pain due to damage in these areas, people are said to suffer from the Dejerine-Roussy syndrome. The treatment of pain after a stroke include antidepressants, anticonvulsants and analgesic medications. In severe cases, strong pain medicines such as morphine and methadone may be prescribed . Surgical option including  deep brain stimulation is used to decrease a person's perception of pain. Please consult a neurologist for treatment . Hope this helps you . Take care and regards !

[Cartergreen]

I haven't had pain but just constant acheing in my arms and legs. So for that has let up but you haven't described how sever the pain is, I hope it is better and would like to help if I can