
What Specialist Should Be Consulted For Nerve Damage?

Question: I suffered a klebsiella P infection That went on for months and as a result ended up with nerve damage that causes pain that goes from my hip to my abdominal area. The Dr has me on Gabapentin for pain., What specialist would be the best to see for this condition ?
Brief Answer:
A neurologist or an anesthesiologist
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting on HCM,
I am glad to assist you with this query and hope you are satisfied at the end.
In your situation, I will recommend either a neurologist or an anesthesiologist. They can assist you with the post-infectious pain that you are currently having.
You could also seek the opinion of a neurosurgeon, if your situation persist despite seeing those specialists.
Hope this helps and wish you the best.
Dr. Nsah
A neurologist or an anesthesiologist
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting on HCM,
I am glad to assist you with this query and hope you are satisfied at the end.
In your situation, I will recommend either a neurologist or an anesthesiologist. They can assist you with the post-infectious pain that you are currently having.
You could also seek the opinion of a neurosurgeon, if your situation persist despite seeing those specialists.
Hope this helps and wish you the best.
Dr. Nsah
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