Myelomalacia: Let's connect

Posted by lanieg @lanieg, Feb 23, 2023

I recently had a MRI of my cervical spine and moderate to severe myelomalacia was discovered. I already have a C3 to C5 fusion. Symptoms include pain in arms, neck and shoulders, off balance, light headed, difficulty picking up small items. Has anyone else experienced this diagnosis? What has been done about it? Seeing a neurosurgeon soon but not excited about another neck surgery. However what I read about it says if left untreated could cause serious nerve issues. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Does anyone know if Mayo has anybody doing research into stem cells And how they might improve myelomalacia?

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I was recently diagnosed with Myelomalacia Is there anyone in this group with this same diagnosis? Have you had surgery for it?

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@dhansen78

I was recently diagnosed with Myelomalacia Is there anyone in this group with this same diagnosis? Have you had surgery for it?

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Hello @dhansen78 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect.

Is surgery being recommended for you at this time?

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@dhansen78

I was recently diagnosed with Myelomalacia Is there anyone in this group with this same diagnosis? Have you had surgery for it?

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I see my neurosurgeon next week. Will discuss options at that time. I'll keep you posted.

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@lanieg

I see my neurosurgeon next week. Will discuss options at that time. I'll keep you posted.

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Thank you. I'll be checking back in to see if you've got anything to report. Same with me.

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@amandajro

Hello @dhansen78 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect.

Is surgery being recommended for you at this time?

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Thank you, Amanda.

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@amandajro

Hello @dhansen78 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect.

Is surgery being recommended for you at this time?

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Thank you Amanda. I looked for this and couldn't find it. Very much appreciated.

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@amandajro

Hello @dhansen78 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect.

Is surgery being recommended for you at this time?

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The first neurosurgeon I saw did not discuss surgery for the myelomalacia, but for 2 discs. I will see her again for some clarification. I also have a 2nd opinion scheduled for end of April and have contacted my insurance about having multiple opinions.

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@hodinator

Does anyone know if Mayo has anybody doing research into stem cells And how they might improve myelomalacia?

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When I was diagnosed over 3 years ago the neurologist tod me Mayo was the only place doing stem cells.

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@robinsitzmann

When I was diagnosed over 3 years ago the neurologist tod me Mayo was the only place doing stem cells.

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Thank you, Robin.

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