>----- Original Message -----
From: "BethC" <bcann@hotmail.com>
To: "Multiple recipients of list ADHESIONS"
<adhesions@mail.medispecialty.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2002 5:53 PM
Subject: Superior Hypogastric plexus block
> Wow that's a mouthfull! Has anyone ever tried this?
> The Pain Management clinic I just went to recommended it. They use an
> ultrasound guided needle, go through your back, and block the plexis
> nerves that send pain signals to your brain. This particular one is for
> the pelvic region. I read the possible complications and infection was
> one of them. I asked the Dr. about that and he said we could give you
> antibiotics. I didn't think antibiotics helped the kind of reaction
> people like me have to invasive procedures. (Always get an infection
> and then more adhesions) They want me to try this soon. I said I have
> to think about it. I am having very high blood pressure and they think
> it is caused by under treated pain. Because of my job and the travel
> involved, I really can't take anything stronger than the Ultram I now
> take. It helps me move but doesn't completely take away pain.
> Any info greatly appreciated!
> Hang in there everyone!!
>
> --
> Beth C
>