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I was diagnosed with a Tarlov cyst at S1 One 10 years ago. It has never caused any problems before. On the MRI, it showed erosion of the bone and compression of nerve roots. About a month ago, I started having severe lower left back pain. I have been prescribed steroids, antibiotics and muscle relaxers and nothing has helped. I asked my physician if the Tarlov cyst could be related to the pain and was told no, they are asymptomatic. I’m at my wits end, don’t know where to turn.
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@britt66 These discussions in the Spine Group may be of interest.
Perineural or Tarlov cysts
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/perineural-or-tarlov-cysts/
Tarlov Cysts: Suffering with severe symptoms, what helps?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/tarlov-cysts-3/
Recovery after surgery for Tarlov cyst: What to expect?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/recovery-after-surgery-for-tarlov-cyst-what-to-expect/
I too have the exact same issue as britt66. Never had back issues until I was assaulted. Then I pleaded to my long time Dr and friend. X-ray and MRI showed 2 large tarlov cysts. But this no it's not those it's my back. For a while now I'be been walking slumped over in excruciating pain. No help at all from anyone. I've had a total of 8 injections that failed. But of course we don't know our own body.
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I would recommend seeing a good neurosurgeon.