Help!! Medial branch blocks done, need advise asap!!

Hi All,

I have to call in tomorrow to let the pain clinic know what kind of relief I got from the temporary injections. Lumbar area. Using to determine if RFA will help. Had these "test" injections about a year ago, went fine. Had the RFA done, worked well. Has worn off.

Today after the injections, when I stood up, I felt a little "funny" when walking. I figured maybe I was just sore from just having the injections, that it was really nothing. So, I didn't say anything. Been home about 3 hours now, took a nap (I was falling asleep while waiting for the doc to do his thing, I guess I was a bit tired!) After waking up, and walking around the apartment a little, I decided the "funny" feeling I have seems to be concentrated in my left hip area, and it's sort of a weakness or almost instability. My heart sinks saying that. I fear that if I do tell the doc about it, they won't do the RFA. But, if I don't tell the doc, maybe something is really wrong and I would be risking long term damage/problems. My right side of my back feels like a bit of pulled muscles, left side of back feels good. "Usual" pain on both sides is much better!

What do I do??? I am guessing you are all going to tell me that I need to tell the doc about this. When I walk, it sort of feels as if my left hip may "give out" or that it's a little too mobile or something. Not sure if I am at all explaining this well!! Very careful with each step, almost fell one time.

I feel panicked right now. Terrified. The RFA REALLY helped last time, and I was very much hoping I could have it repeated. I am really worried that this weird reaction will prevent me from getting it done, and I have never had a problem with my hip before.

Anyone able to tell me they had this reaction before or that I should tell the doc but not worry?? Like, they would still maybe do the RFA, just adjust the site a bit??

Please help me. I guess in my head I know I need to tell, but my heart says keep your mouth shut!! I will tell the doc, it's what I would tell all of you to do.

Thanks for listening, and for any comments, whatever, you have. Feeling SO let down.

Always stick to the truth since not telling could cause you some major issues down the road.

Always be honest to your doctor, your lawyer, and your priest.

Always try to screw the banks, the insurance companies, and the state.

That's how we do things in Belgium.