My MRI said I had stenosis, but then a neurologist suggested I take a CT Myelogram to clarify the potential source of suspected nerve impingement. The CT myelogram did not show stenosis just degenerative changes, listhesis and bulging of every lumbar disc and some spurring, but not enough to point to nerve impingement in the eyes of the doctor who administered the CT myelogram ( not a doctor knowledeable about scoliosis).
Yet, I have stenosis-like symptoms that come on and get progressively worse with activity and get a little better after rest.
I am hung up about the stenosis as it would give a clear explanation for my symptoms and the need for surgery and I am obviously still struggling to make up my mind about surgery.
A final question, if you believe the CT myelogram does nullify the MRI's indication of stenosis then: Can scoliosis cause issues with standing and walking even without stenosis?
Thanks to all for their continued help and support
Lisa
Pre-surgery: Thorocolumbar curve starting at T12 of 60 degrees and a compensatory curve of 30 degrees
Yet, I have stenosis-like symptoms that come on and get progressively worse with activity and get a little better after rest.
I am hung up about the stenosis as it would give a clear explanation for my symptoms and the need for surgery and I am obviously still struggling to make up my mind about surgery.
A final question, if you believe the CT myelogram does nullify the MRI's indication of stenosis then: Can scoliosis cause issues with standing and walking even without stenosis?
Thanks to all for their continued help and support
Lisa
Pre-surgery: Thorocolumbar curve starting at T12 of 60 degrees and a compensatory curve of 30 degrees
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