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Will the intercostal nerve block hurt?

April 26, 2017block hurt intercostal nerve

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Will the intercostal nerve block hurt?

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The procedure involves inserting a needle through skin and deeper tissues. So, there is some pain involved. However, the skin and deeper tissues are numbed with a local anesthetic using a very thin needle during the performance of the block.