Guest guest Posted May 14, 2002 Report Share Posted May 14, 2002 I might as well throw in that when I went to observe the fusion porcedure, I asked Dr. s about this and that on the MRI and x-ray. He clearly suggested that radiologists and cutters disagree frequently. He felt they underdiagnose (don't you just love it when they say in their report that the disc is bulging but NOT impinging on the nerve root!?...like you have to see the foot on the garden hose for the nerve to be irritated. SHEESH!) Anyway we need to take all data into account with the radiologist report. -- Dr. Abrahamson > From: Sharron Fuchs <SharronF@...> > Date: Tue, 14 May 2002 09:13:00 -0700 > " Oregon DCs (E-mail) " < > > Subject: my neck > > Hi, > > What I failed to include in my message yesterday is that my DC was out of > town when the radiologist read the film on Friday. Instead of speaking to > the DC taking the practice over during vacation the radiologist called me > directly. He asked if I had a primary care doctor, which I do, but I am > planning on switching to another. I told him that I had an appointment with > a neurosurgeon for this Thursday. He said there was something worrisome on > the film and I asked if it was that thing projecting into the canal. He said > yes, but there was also something else and of course, being naturally > curious, I asked what . He told me that my jugular vein was grossly enlarged > and filled with clot and oh, by the way, I have a disc that is as large as > it could be without being a quad and that he hoped I had a neck brace on, > was lying down and that any sudden movement could make me a quad... I > hollered for someone in my office and he asked me if anything was wrong, to > which I replied that I was going to faint. He told me not to do that and to > lie down. I asked him to call my neurosurgeon and implore the urgency of my > seeing him but he refused saying he was new in town and told me to do it. I > put my boss on the phone who got him to call the neurosurgeon and then I > proceeded into hysteria and to the emergency room. > > The neurosurgeon , god bless him, met me there and said that perhaps I may > have a congenitally large vein. He talked to two radiologists (I had my MRI > with me) and then I had a vascular ultrasound which showed a healthy free > flowing vessel. ( My carotid even looked good so I could start smoking if I > wished.) I returned to the ER for a full neuro exam was told that I was not > in imminent danger and to see the neuro today. He admonished me about > falling and vigorous activity and I went home with only near hysteria. > > I have received many replys to my questions and I will post them when I can > get my ducks in order. The ones for prayers are always welcomed and in fact > one of my co-workers came and prayed over me while I was trying not to run > around, throw a pulmonary embolism and become a quad all at once. He prayed > for me to be calm. It helped (some). > > Sharron > > > OregonDCs rules: > 1. Keep correspondence professional; the purpose of the listserve is to foster > communication and collegiality. No personal attacks on listserve members will > be tolerated. > 2. Always sign your e-mails with your first and last name. > 3. The listserve is not secure; your e-mail could end up anywhere. However, it > is against the rules of the listserve to copy, print, forward, or otherwise > distribute correspondence written by another member without his or her > consent, unless all personal identifiers have been removed. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 28, 2006 Report Share Posted November 28, 2006 Wow, Suzi! I'm so sorry to hear this. I'll add you to the prayer list!! --- In health , Suzanne <suziesgoats@...> wrote: > > Here is an update. > Got the results of the MRI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 28, 2006 Report Share Posted November 28, 2006 Suzi, Are you able to go accupunture route re the numbness and tingling? Gosh. Hugs, carolSuzanne <suziesgoats@...> wrote: Here is an update. Got the results of the MRI I found out I have 3 ruptured discs... 4-5 5-6 & 6-7. plus a lesion or cyst (maybe more) in the thyroid... I go to consult with a surgeon on it the 8th.. to see if 1, does it keep getting worse.. or is this it... 2, will it get worse with age, ... does the numbness get worse.. .etc.. whether I can avoid surgery down the road... right now the pain is gone but the numbness is still there... and some tingling... Cheap Talk? Check out Messenger's low PC-to-Phone call rates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 28, 2006 Report Share Posted November 28, 2006 Wow, the list sure is getting long! But it is a honor to be able to intercede on others' behalfs. I'll add yours to the list, Gloria. I have a friend at work whos much loved dog passed recently. He was very broken up about it, as we can compassionately understand. I told him the story of the Rainbow Bridge. It didn't take the hurt away, but gave him some comfort. I have another friend whose fur friend, a corgie, is failing, and I make it a point to talk with him every day about Skywalker, how he is doing and such. He is maintaining, but not improving. My friend is trying his best to prepare himself for the worst. It just breaks my heart. Getting too misty eyed here > > Wow, Suzi! I'm so sorry to hear this. I'll add you to the prayer list!! > > Same here Suzi. My prayer list for the day is getting long. A friend of mine > had to send his 18 yr. old cat over the Rainbow Bridge this afternoon and he > is a mess over it. And I will add Carol's friend's baby that needs a heart > transplant. And of course my friend (the 24 yr. old with cancer) who is > still hanging in there. Lots of prayers tonight~! > > Gloria > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 29, 2006 Report Share Posted November 29, 2006 Well YUCK sweetie! How on earth did that happen? Hoping for the best news on recovery! Gayla Always Enough RanchAcampo, Californiahttp://bouncinghoofs.com/alwaysenough.htmlBill Barnhill is our Inspiration! Go Bill!!!aeranch@... ----- Original Message ----- From: Suzanne health Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2006 11:54 AM Subject: My neck Here is an update. Got the results of the MRI I found out I have 3 ruptured discs... 4-5 5-6 & 6-7. plus a lesion or cyst (maybe more) in the thyroid... I go to consult with a surgeon on it the 8th.. to see if 1, does it keep getting worse.. or is this it... 2, will it get worse with age, ... does the numbness get worse.. .etc.. whether I can avoid surgery down the road... right now the pain is gone but the numbness is still there... and some tingling... Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats Access over 1 million songs - Music Unlimited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 29, 2006 Report Share Posted November 29, 2006 ROFL.. OA?? Actually I think it's been coming for a long time.. and helping DH with a heavy couch may have brought it to the surface. After the 8th, I'll know what I'm doing. thanks Gayla.. I sent your package today... it maybe the wrong season (cold weather shipping) if they die let me know and I'll ship some in the spring. SuziGayla <aeranch@...> wrote: Well YUCK sweetie! How on earth did that happen? Hoping for the best news on recovery! Gayla Always Enough RanchAcampo, Californiahttp://bouncinghoofs.com/alwaysenough.htmlBill Barnhill is our Inspiration! Go Bill!!!aeranch@... ----- Original Message ----- From: Suzanne health Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2006 11:54 AM Subject: My neck Here is an update. Got the results of the MRI I found out I have 3 ruptured discs... 4-5 5-6 & 6-7. plus a lesion or cyst (maybe more) in the thyroid... I go to consult with a surgeon on it the 8th.. to see if 1, does it keep getting worse.. or is this it... 2, will it get worse with age, ... does the numbness get worse.. .etc.. whether I can avoid surgery down the road... right now the pain is gone but the numbness is still there... and some tingling... Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats Access over 1 million songs - Music Unlimited. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats Everyone is raving about the all-new beta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 29, 2006 Report Share Posted November 29, 2006 I am sure they will survive just fine. Thanks. We had a freeze last night and I have not checked the peppers. Will do so tomorrow between meetings. Gayla Always Enough RanchAcampo, Californiahttp://bouncinghoofs.com/alwaysenough.htmlBill Barnhill is our Inspiration! Go Bill!!!aeranch@... ----- Original Message ----- From: Suzanne health Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2006 5:27 PM Subject: Re: My neck ROFL.. OA?? Actually I think it's been coming for a long time.. and helping DH with a heavy couch may have brought it to the surface. After the 8th, I'll know what I'm doing. thanks Gayla.. I sent your package today... it maybe the wrong season (cold weather shipping) if they die let me know and I'll ship some in the spring. SuziGayla <aeranch@...> wrote: Well YUCK sweetie! How on earth did that happen? Hoping for the best news on recovery! Gayla Always Enough RanchAcampo, Californiahttp://bouncinghoofs.com/alwaysenough.htmlBill Barnhill is our Inspiration! Go Bill!!!aeranch@... ----- Original Message ----- From: Suzanne health Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2006 11:54 AM Subject: My neck Here is an update. Got the results of the MRI I found out I have 3 ruptured discs... 4-5 5-6 & 6-7. plus a lesion or cyst (maybe more) in the thyroid... I go to consult with a surgeon on it the 8th.. to see if 1, does it keep getting worse.. or is this it... 2, will it get worse with age, ... does the numbness get worse.. .etc.. whether I can avoid surgery down the road... right now the pain is gone but the numbness is still there... and some tingling... Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats Access over 1 million songs - Music Unlimited. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats Everyone is raving about the all-new beta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 29, 2006 Report Share Posted November 29, 2006 haven't explored that yet... i told my chiro I would get back with her when I discovered all the problems/answers etc..carolG <cgiambri@...> wrote: Suzi, Are you able to go accupunture route re the numbness and tingling? Gosh. Hugs, carol Cheap Talk? Check out Messenger's low PC-to-Phone call rates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 29, 2006 Report Share Posted November 29, 2006 I've suggested it, gave my friend the info on it so he could make an informed decision. We are now looking into places to get the ingredients. --- In health , Suzanne <suziesgoats@...> wrote: > > , > Essiac may ease the suffering for the furry little friend. > Suzi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 29, 2006 Report Share Posted November 29, 2006 What would the barley powder do? I've thought of suggesting sprinkling some Super Food in his food. At this point Mark, my friend, says he'll try anything that might help even just a little. Oh, and I'll pass along the Dumb Pets suggestion. For those that are again scratching their heads, Carol and I live in Denver, and there is a rescued fur friends organization called Dumb Pets that I go to frequently, trying to convince Marilyn that we really need a particular cat that was abused and abandonded. --- In health , carolG <cgiambri@...> wrote: > > , > Maybe adding some green barley powder to the dog's food or cat's may help. May even try a little bit to their water too. I would always start with tiny bit and then add. > > carolg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 29, 2006 Report Share Posted November 29, 2006 Hi Suzi Sending you lots of healing energry from accross the seas. Hugs Tracey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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