I finally went to see Dr. Pashman yesterday after not monitoring my curves for 10 yrs. The X ray was shocking. It has progrossed from 45/50 to 68/80. I knew it was worse, but I did not expect to be such big curves. I was expecting more around 50/60ish. I don't really have much pain but I do get lower back pain from time to time depends if I wear high heels, walked too long, driving more than 1 hour. I also have felt that my back has gotten much weaker than before.
Dr. Pashman considers I have double major curves (T4-T9 68 degree & T11 - L4 80 degree). Based on the x-ray (no bending film yet, will be taken right before surgery), he would fuse from T2 - L5, use Stainless rod, posterior. He said that he should be able to achieve 80% correction.
I'm planning to see Dr. Serena Hu for 2nd opinion. Anyone has other suggestions of other Specialist that I should see before decide on the doctor?
Dr. Pashman considers I have double major curves (T4-T9 68 degree & T11 - L4 80 degree). Based on the x-ray (no bending film yet, will be taken right before surgery), he would fuse from T2 - L5, use Stainless rod, posterior. He said that he should be able to achieve 80% correction.
I'm planning to see Dr. Serena Hu for 2nd opinion. Anyone has other suggestions of other Specialist that I should see before decide on the doctor?
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