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Does Lyrica Cause Phrenic Nerve Damage?
Question: I had a bad case of shingles in July. I have been left with phn nerve pain. My question is does the phn nerve damage cause swelling or is the Lyrica I am taking twice a day 75 mgs
Brief Answer:
Lyrica ( Pregabalin)-post-herpetic neuralgia [PHN]
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.
Lyrica / Pregabalin (dose PO 50–100 mg tid) used for post-herpetic neuralgia [PHN] as in your case ,can cause peripheral edema, joint swelling as side effects but you have not mentioned specific part involved in swelling. Phrenic nerve damage won't cause peripheral edema.
Regards
Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX
Lyrica ( Pregabalin)-post-herpetic neuralgia [PHN]
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.
Lyrica / Pregabalin (dose PO 50–100 mg tid) used for post-herpetic neuralgia [PHN] as in your case ,can cause peripheral edema, joint swelling as side effects but you have not mentioned specific part involved in swelling. Phrenic nerve damage won't cause peripheral edema.
Regards
Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. XXXXXXX
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