I had my first MVD in 4/2010. I had a second in 10/2015 with a shaving of the trigeminal nerve. I have some numbness in my face as a result, but nothing horrible…no drooling. But I had a much harder time recovering from this second surgery. I am so scared that it will not last and I’ll need another and do not know if I can do that. Also a few months later I have been diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism in my right lung which my doctor feels is connected to the second surgery. I am a mess…cannot sleep well and am so scared of another reoccurrence. Anyone out there with same? Bunny
Hello bunny. I also had 2 MVDs. I think we all worry about a reoccurance of pain. Can I suggest you try meditation. It has helped me alot. It should also help with your sleep issues. Wishing you all the best. Mary
Thanks Mary. Is there some medication you have found helpful? Again, thanks for your suggestion. B
Hi Bunny, I hope you are feeling a little better today. I take Pregabalin and Amitriptyline but everyone is different so you often have to go through several meds to find the right one. Take care. Mary