Hi Daily Hope,

I hope you are feeling some relief today.

I am more hopeful and wanted to share! I was so excited when I stumbled upon an old (2004) MRI with ‘limited view’ of the cervical spine!

Now I have more information for my doctor, albeit old. It shows there was something happening, not including several falls later…

This was about a year after I had a bad fall, then 4 subsequent falls a number of years later.

Showing disc bulging at C5-C6 and C6-C7 with a hemangioma of bone of C4. This with the nerve studies should be useful.

I read symptomatic hemangiomas ‘can’ cause severe neurological problems, while others are benign in nature. So, that was after a very brief Google.

I am printing the report. I’ll show the doctor with confidence request updated imaging. I am breathing a little easier about the appointment. I will be ready.

Is a epidurals effect immediate?

About two weeks ago I tried a light stretch (yoga) that was to help elongate the spine and neck. It was hurting after that. I had some weird sensations.

It’s decided. New movements will have to wait until I get back to physical therapy. They can show and tell me what moves will be okay for my spine and balance issues with new more thorough information.

If my primary does not order complete radiology, I will request again with neurologist for a complete picture.
I have to remember to request a referral for the specialist you suggested a consult with, orthopedic surgeon.

Radiology will take weeks if not a month. Maybe i can bite the bullet and plan for that specialist in advance of radiology. I’m sure he/she will also be scheduled out. I’ll try to coordinate all exams.

It’s amazing how we have to be steps ahead to get proper treatment. I’m going to see if my primary can coordinate my care. He’s the pro!

Have a great day. Hope it’s sunny where you are. It’s rainy and cool now. It’s supposed to warm up this week.
Spring is coming!

I love crocuses. When they bloom I know spring is around the corner.

💛