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Before having spinal cord stimulator surgery, it's essential to discuss the procedure with both your rheumatologist and surgeon. They need to evaluate your current lupus status, as it's best to wait until any active flares are under control to avoid complications.

Surgery can potentially trigger a lupus flare, so your Show Full Answer

Before having spinal cord stimulator surgery, it's essential to discuss the procedure with both your rheumatologist and surgeon. They need to evaluate your current lupus status, as it's best to wait until any active flares are under control to avoid complications.

Surgery can potentially trigger a lupus flare, so your rheumatologist should help create a management plan in case this occurs. You may need to adjust your lupus medications before surgery, particularly corticosteroids and immunosuppressive drugs. Your rheumatologist can help you safely taper off medications or adjust dosages as needed for the procedure.

Spinal cord stimulation can be an effective treatment option when other treatments haven't provided adequate relief. The procedure involves surgically implanting a device that sends electronic signals to interrupt pain signals from your nerves.

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