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MRI Results
A MySpondylitisTeam Member asked a question 💭

I had my MRI today for my neck stiffness, pain and vomiting I've been having and it showed Shallow disc bulges more prominent to the right at C3-4
and C4-5 touching the thecal sac producing minimal/mild central
stenosis
Left-sided uncovertebral spur C5-6 with mild left foraminal narrowing
Has anyone else had these type of results I'm having symptoms a lot of them but primary numbness and tingling in arm and legs bladder issues weakness in the extremities fatigue and multiple others I've been… read more

A MySpondylitisTeam Member

All of it and more Heather. There's a ton of therapies i do regularly to manage it and they all work pretty well if I keep up with them. Feel free to browse my page in the story and updates sections… read more

posted May 6
Anyone Know Any Exercises/movement That Might Help With Walking? Excruciating Pain In Left Hip, Buttock & Thigh Which Eases Sitting Down
A MySpondylitisTeam Member asked a question 💭

Waiting for diagnosis after x-ray and MRI

A MySpondylitisTeam Member

So...through the buttocks to thigh, eases on sitting, is it the back of the thigh? Sounds like sciatica nerve impingement. Have you seen a chiropractor?`I have multiple different issues on both sides… read more

posted May 8
Can Herniated Discs And Tarlov Cysts Heal Themselves ?
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

@A MySpondylitisTeam Member. No, but it depends on your insurance company guidelines for treatment. Ask them.

posted May 5
What Spondylitis I When There's Cracking Noises When Walking Or Turning
A MySpondylitisTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Escape of gases in joints according to many Google search sites.

posted May 5
Low Red Blood Cell Count
A MySpondylitisTeam Member asked a question 💭

Hi, I've a low red blood cell count, which I realise can be linked to chronic inflammation and AS, and I suspect could be significantly influencing my fatigue & brain fog. I'm not wanting to go on medication, but does anyone have any advice or experience of similar and how they resolved?

A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Thanks both, much appreciated

posted May 3
What Do I Do To Neck Pain?
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Yes, it took me 6 months or more of physio before full relief. I keep doing at home every day what I learned and it has not returned. That was about 6 or 7 years ago.

posted May 5
Anyone Had Experience With Cosyntex....???
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I used Cosentyx for 3 years and felt it really helped me at first but it wears off early. We tried staggering the injections every 2 weeks and that helped. I just had some stomach issues with it so… read more

posted May 8
I Am Unable To Take Pain Killers. Has Anyone Found Any Other Pain Relief Please
A MySpondylitisTeam Member asked a question 💭

Polymyalgia

A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Thank you.

posted May 5
Do Any Body Get Stiffness In There Lower Back At All ? And What Kind Of Exercise Is Good For Your Lower Back? I Have RA In My Back
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

@A MySpondylitisTeam Member. What kind of problems?

posted April 29
Does Naproxen Slow Excess Bone Growth?
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I don't think so. Diminish inflammation. Biologic is suppose to slow down the progression.

posted May 1
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