What are the potential risks, side effects, and complications that can arise from undergoing an epidural neuroplasty procedure, and how common or severe are these issues?
Epidural neuroplasty can have risks like infection, bleeding, nerve irritation, headache, or temporary worsening of pain, but serious complications are uncommon. I had some soreness and a mild headache for a day, but it settled quickly.
There are some risks, like infection, nerve irritation, or temporary pain flare-ups, but most people don’t have major issues. After mine, I had a little headache and back soreness, but it settled quickly.
Risks include pain at the injection site, infection, nerve irritation, or spinal headaches. Severe complications are uncommon if done by an experienced doctor. I was nervous, but my procedure went smoothly with only mild back soreness.
Potential complications include infection, nerve injury, allergic reactions, or spinal headaches, though they’re uncommon. I did it after other treatments failed, and thankfully had no major side effects.
Epidural neuroplasty can cause temporary pain, headache, numbness, and soreness where the catheter is inserted. Rare but serious risks include infection, bleeding, nerve damage, or spinal fluid leaks.
Potential complications include infection, dural puncture headaches, nerve irritation, or steroid-related side effects like flushing or high blood sugar. Serious issues are rare but possible. When I underwent the procedure, I only had temporary back soreness and fatigue, and it improved after a few days.