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Possible Spinal Fusion
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Looking at major surgery #5 here. Issues in c4 through c7. They are talking spinal fusion. Pros and cons?

posted August 23, 2022
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I did try the epidural first. It didn't give me much relief. I had more numbness in my fingers and that did let up a little bit. It was definitely better after the fusion.

posted August 23, 2022
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Good to hear from you all.

posted October 30, 2022
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

How is your range of motion?

posted September 16, 2022
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I've had 2 levels of C-spine fused (C5-6, C6-7). Each of them offered WONDERFUL relief immediately after surgery. I tried epidurals, PT, and every other "conservative" treatment I could think of before. Minimal to no relief from any of them. It has been 17 years since my last C-spine fusion and I couldn't be happier. Good luck in your search for answers...🍀🙏🍀

posted September 16, 2022
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My neck doesn't really hurt but I have pain running down my arm. Did you try an epidural first?

posted August 23, 2022

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