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DISH (diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis) or Forestier's
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@skit It has been 3 weeks since I posted something and was hoping to get some feedbacks and comments with others that have similar experiences but have not gotten any responses. Had my 4th procedure SI injection this morning and hoping that maybe this shot can help with my pain. If this doesn’t help they want to schedule a 5th procedure a Radio Frequency Ablation in my facet joints in my lower back next month. The stiffness in my neck, shoulder and lower back seems to be getting worse. I am now experiencing difficulty swallowing, coughing a lot in my throat. Concerned Dish might be in that area as well. Really having a difficult time dealing with this physically and mentally. Hoping to hear from others that are having similar issues. Thanks!
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Hi @skit - glad you had your fourth injection today, and I really hope it helps with pain. Sorry to hear the stiffness in your neck, shoulder and lower back seems to be getting worse and you are having difficulty dealing with this physically and mentally. The challenge with your lifelong participation in sports being curtailed due to this must be hard.
Fellow members here such as @rdilauro @therealcrp307 @surfrmurph @austintexasnative @apbrooks23 and others may have some insights from their personal experiences on how to deal with the physical and mental challenges of DISH disease. @jenniferhunter may also have some insights on living with a spinal condition.
How are you feeling now after your injection?
Have you had the opportunity to ask your treating doctor about your difficulty swallowing and coughing a lot in your throat? If so, what did they say?