The patient reported that their pain stimulator was not working and they were in pain.They had pain, itching, and swelling in the area where the implantable neurostimulator (ins) was located.They also had blood coming out of the area and got a bandage when they went to see their doctor in (b)(6) 2016.The patient had been to the emergency room on (b)(6) 2016 and they told the patient to talk to their doctor about next steps.The patient had been referred for an appointment with their surgeon scheduled for (b)(6) 2016.The patient was indicated for non-malignant pain.No interventions or outcome were reported regarding this event.Further follow-up is being conducted to obtain this information.If additional information is received, a follow-up report will be sent.
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