The most painful disease known to man. According to the McGill
Pain Scale, RSD also known as CRPS, ranks higher than childbirth and cancer in
pain. Nicknamed the "suicide disease", it is a progressive disorder that develops most often after surgery or a simple injury such as a broken
bone. The sympathetic nervous system freaks out, and the limb does not heal correctly. The person is left with debilitating burning
pain. The disease can spread to other limbs, and to the internal organs once central sensitization occurs. All body systems are affected including bones, skin,
blood vessels, etc.
Little is being done in terms of finding a cure or better treatment. Current treatment options suck and include Stellate Ganglion Blocks, Lumbar Sympathetic Blocks, epidurals, Ketamine infusions, Neurostimulation, Intrathecal Pumps, Calmare Therapy, & Lots of Medication.
Most
people describe this condition as 'Hell" as you slowly lose function, independence, and live in very severe
pain 24/
7.