Hello, not sure if this discussion is still open, Due to spondylolithesis and incredible pain I underwent L5-S1 spinal fusion August 2020. I have had nerve pain throughout my recovery. I had an MRI in April 2021 which showed arachnoiditis along with a huge seroma at right surgical site. Tried to have seroma drained and it produced 60cc fluid but also incredible burning pain nearing completion of drain. Recent ( July 2020) shows seroma back as large as before and very calcified. I am scheduled for surgical removal on August 23rd but concerned another surgery could increase the symptoms and progression of arachnoiditis. My orthopedic surgeon denied arachnoiditis diagnosis but I just went to a neurosurgeon for 2nd opinion and he confirmed arachnoiditis dx. I am a long time CT Technologist so some medical background. I am very much interested in further studies etc. in regards to arachnoiditis as well as seroma presentation post lumbar surgery.
Thank