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@ray666

I, too, have an intrusion involving my cervical spine. Still, the neurosurgeon with whom I spoke was reasonably sure the intrusion was marginal (he called it 'borderline') and, so long as I didn't have any other symptoms (other than my wonky way of walking due to my PN), he did not advise surgery. For now, I'm doing a once-a-year check-in with him.

My very best to you!

Cheers!
Ray (@ray666)

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dlydailyhope | @dlydailyhope | Jul 24 11:38am

@ray666
You may want to talk to your neurosurgeon about cervical myelopathy. The symptoms can include headaches, neck/shoulder pain/muscle tension, swallowing/speaking, arm/hand/finger strength, numbness, bladder/bowel control, and walking (like wearing heavy boots). I have had all of these symptoms before having ACDF surgery c5-c6 to stop the progression of the spinal cord compression injury. I was 52 at the time and now 55 and had some improvement of symptoms but do have residual permanent injury/symptoms.

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