Guest guest Posted June 6, 2000 Report Share Posted June 6, 2000 I have two girls -- want to have another baby ... all they tell me is it will be a scheduled c-section -- because they want there to be NO bearing down ... no straining ... other than that ... it would be okay ~~~ ================================ Syrinx/4 cm x 4 mm/C 3/4 to T-1 Post-Traumatic Syringomyelia Click here for pics & Info: <A HREF= " http://www.pressenter.com/~wacma/album10.htm " >http://www.pressenter.c om/~wacma/album10.htm</A> <A HREF= " http://hometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html " >http://h ometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html</A> Learn to be HAPPY with NOTHING -- you will never be disappointed ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2000 Report Share Posted June 6, 2000 I have two girls -- want to have another baby ... all they tell me is it will be a scheduled c-section -- because they want there to be NO bearing down ... no straining ... other than that ... it would be okay ~~~ ================================ Syrinx/4 cm x 4 mm/C 3/4 to T-1 Post-Traumatic Syringomyelia Click here for pics & Info: <A HREF= " http://www.pressenter.com/~wacma/album10.htm " >http://www.pressenter.c om/~wacma/album10.htm</A> <A HREF= " http://hometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html " >http://h ometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html</A> Learn to be HAPPY with NOTHING -- you will never be disappointed ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2000 Report Share Posted June 6, 2000 Fellow Chiarians, Keep in mind the dangers of epidurals/spinals to Chiarians and that epidurals are normally given for C-sections. Your doctors must review the literature on the subject before the birth of your child. There is substantial literature on the problems Chiarians have with epidurals. Demand to see proof that they have reviewed the information. Bernie Meyer Re: Pregnancy > I have two girls -- want to have another baby ... all they tell me is it will > be a scheduled c-section -- because they want there to be NO bearing down ... > no straining ... other than that ... it would be okay ~~~ > > > > ================================ > Syrinx/4 cm x 4 mm/C 3/4 to T-1 > Post-Traumatic Syringomyelia > Click here for pics & Info: > <A HREF= " http://www.pressenter.com/~wacma/album10.htm " >http://www.pressenter.c > om/~wacma/album10.htm</A> > <A HREF= " http://hometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html " >http://h > ometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html</A> > > > Learn to be HAPPY with NOTHING -- you will never be disappointed ... > > > Help section: /help/ > > NOTE: NCC refers to posts with No Chiari Content > > Unsubscribe Yourself: chiari-unsubscribeegroups > > WACMA Home: www.pressenter.com/~wacma > > WACMA List: www.eGroups.com/group/chiari > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2000 Report Share Posted June 6, 2000 Fellow Chiarians, Keep in mind the dangers of epidurals/spinals to Chiarians and that epidurals are normally given for C-sections. Your doctors must review the literature on the subject before the birth of your child. There is substantial literature on the problems Chiarians have with epidurals. Demand to see proof that they have reviewed the information. Bernie Meyer Re: Pregnancy > I have two girls -- want to have another baby ... all they tell me is it will > be a scheduled c-section -- because they want there to be NO bearing down ... > no straining ... other than that ... it would be okay ~~~ > > > > ================================ > Syrinx/4 cm x 4 mm/C 3/4 to T-1 > Post-Traumatic Syringomyelia > Click here for pics & Info: > <A HREF= " http://www.pressenter.com/~wacma/album10.htm " >http://www.pressenter.c > om/~wacma/album10.htm</A> > <A HREF= " http://hometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html " >http://h > ometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html</A> > > > Learn to be HAPPY with NOTHING -- you will never be disappointed ... > > > Help section: /help/ > > NOTE: NCC refers to posts with No Chiari Content > > Unsubscribe Yourself: chiari-unsubscribeegroups > > WACMA Home: www.pressenter.com/~wacma > > WACMA List: www.eGroups.com/group/chiari > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2000 Report Share Posted June 6, 2000 Fellow Chiarians, Keep in mind the dangers of epidurals/spinals to Chiarians and that epidurals are normally given for C-sections. Your doctors must review the literature on the subject before the birth of your child. There is substantial literature on the problems Chiarians have with epidurals. Demand to see proof that they have reviewed the information. Bernie Meyer Re: Pregnancy > I have two girls -- want to have another baby ... all they tell me is it will > be a scheduled c-section -- because they want there to be NO bearing down ... > no straining ... other than that ... it would be okay ~~~ > > > > ================================ > Syrinx/4 cm x 4 mm/C 3/4 to T-1 > Post-Traumatic Syringomyelia > Click here for pics & Info: > <A HREF= " http://www.pressenter.com/~wacma/album10.htm " >http://www.pressenter.c > om/~wacma/album10.htm</A> > <A HREF= " http://hometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html " >http://h > ometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html</A> > > > Learn to be HAPPY with NOTHING -- you will never be disappointed ... > > > Help section: /help/ > > NOTE: NCC refers to posts with No Chiari Content > > Unsubscribe Yourself: chiari-unsubscribeegroups > > WACMA Home: www.pressenter.com/~wacma > > WACMA List: www.eGroups.com/group/chiari > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2000 Report Share Posted June 6, 2000 Hello, I am 33 and had the same questions. I spoke to my surgeon. He said that pregnancy does not elevate intra-cranial pressure. However, I cannot push (childbirth), or have an epidural or spinal. So, I guess that means a c-section with anestesia? I haven't spoken to my OB/GYN yet. Please post any other answers. I am curious. from Massachusetts Decompressed May 15, 2000 ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 7, 2000 Report Share Posted June 7, 2000 Hi Chris! As most members here know, I am pregnant with Chiari (concieving 3 months post op from decompression surgery) and now in my 15 week. Granted, my situation is much different than most...becoming pregnant so soon after surgery was unheard of until I lucked up . But, dealing with recovery from surgery, and a Chiari pregnancy (complete with placenta previa), I am able to give you some valuble info. First, you must get a high risk OB. Most OB's have no idea on how to deal with a Chiari pregnancy (it is pretty rare after all), so printing out some info from the WACMA site to take with you is a great idea (also, this weeds out an OB that you don't want - such as if you bring the info and they don't even look at it!). You cannot (as was mentioned before by several replies) have an epidural or spinal tap under any circumstances. You have to have a Csection...under general anesthesia. In most cases (all, I believe...but I'm not sure) you are not allowed to actually go into labor (they schedule the Csection before your actual due date). Also, have the OB find a nsg to consult with...as your Chiari symptoms are likely to increase in intensity the further along you get in your pregnancy. As far as meds go...the only pain meds you can take are: Fioricet, Darvecet, or possibly Lortab if your pain gets that severe. As you know, any meds effect the baby so they have to be careful what they prescribe. Pre-natal vitamins are extremely important...from what I hear (and I am guilty of this) most Chiarians do not get to eat as healthy as other prenatal mothers due to stomach upset, morning sickness, etc. We all know taking it easy is a way of life with Chiari, but that increases with pregnancy. Fatigue usually worsens with pregnancy, as do Chiari headaches. I think I covered everything so far. I (and my OB) are learning as we go along. It is def worth it though, and actually compared to some other high risk pregnancies, a Chiari pregnancy is not that bad If you have any other questions, feel free to Email me Slainte, Cyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 7, 2000 Report Share Posted June 7, 2000 Hi Chris! As most members here know, I am pregnant with Chiari (concieving 3 months post op from decompression surgery) and now in my 15 week. Granted, my situation is much different than most...becoming pregnant so soon after surgery was unheard of until I lucked up . But, dealing with recovery from surgery, and a Chiari pregnancy (complete with placenta previa), I am able to give you some valuble info. First, you must get a high risk OB. Most OB's have no idea on how to deal with a Chiari pregnancy (it is pretty rare after all), so printing out some info from the WACMA site to take with you is a great idea (also, this weeds out an OB that you don't want - such as if you bring the info and they don't even look at it!). You cannot (as was mentioned before by several replies) have an epidural or spinal tap under any circumstances. You have to have a Csection...under general anesthesia. In most cases (all, I believe...but I'm not sure) you are not allowed to actually go into labor (they schedule the Csection before your actual due date). Also, have the OB find a nsg to consult with...as your Chiari symptoms are likely to increase in intensity the further along you get in your pregnancy. As far as meds go...the only pain meds you can take are: Fioricet, Darvecet, or possibly Lortab if your pain gets that severe. As you know, any meds effect the baby so they have to be careful what they prescribe. Pre-natal vitamins are extremely important...from what I hear (and I am guilty of this) most Chiarians do not get to eat as healthy as other prenatal mothers due to stomach upset, morning sickness, etc. We all know taking it easy is a way of life with Chiari, but that increases with pregnancy. Fatigue usually worsens with pregnancy, as do Chiari headaches. I think I covered everything so far. I (and my OB) are learning as we go along. It is def worth it though, and actually compared to some other high risk pregnancies, a Chiari pregnancy is not that bad If you have any other questions, feel free to Email me Slainte, Cyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 7, 2000 Report Share Posted June 7, 2000 Hi Chris! As most members here know, I am pregnant with Chiari (concieving 3 months post op from decompression surgery) and now in my 15 week. Granted, my situation is much different than most...becoming pregnant so soon after surgery was unheard of until I lucked up . But, dealing with recovery from surgery, and a Chiari pregnancy (complete with placenta previa), I am able to give you some valuble info. First, you must get a high risk OB. Most OB's have no idea on how to deal with a Chiari pregnancy (it is pretty rare after all), so printing out some info from the WACMA site to take with you is a great idea (also, this weeds out an OB that you don't want - such as if you bring the info and they don't even look at it!). You cannot (as was mentioned before by several replies) have an epidural or spinal tap under any circumstances. You have to have a Csection...under general anesthesia. In most cases (all, I believe...but I'm not sure) you are not allowed to actually go into labor (they schedule the Csection before your actual due date). Also, have the OB find a nsg to consult with...as your Chiari symptoms are likely to increase in intensity the further along you get in your pregnancy. As far as meds go...the only pain meds you can take are: Fioricet, Darvecet, or possibly Lortab if your pain gets that severe. As you know, any meds effect the baby so they have to be careful what they prescribe. Pre-natal vitamins are extremely important...from what I hear (and I am guilty of this) most Chiarians do not get to eat as healthy as other prenatal mothers due to stomach upset, morning sickness, etc. We all know taking it easy is a way of life with Chiari, but that increases with pregnancy. Fatigue usually worsens with pregnancy, as do Chiari headaches. I think I covered everything so far. I (and my OB) are learning as we go along. It is def worth it though, and actually compared to some other high risk pregnancies, a Chiari pregnancy is not that bad If you have any other questions, feel free to Email me Slainte, Cyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 7, 2000 Report Share Posted June 7, 2000 I found out I had Chiari I 11-12mm in Oct 1997. I got pregnant a few months later. The pregnancy overall was actually good. It help improve symptoms for me. I was followed as high risk by a very good OB and had a great Neurosgn. The two work together during the whole pregnancy. We ALL went over all info we could come across and made our decisions. I did have the epidural and had a vaginal delivery.(my choice) My Neurosgn was there during the onset and for the entire delivery. I pushed and all. I also choose to have things helped along by using potossium. It made everything go faster rather than being in labor for ungodly hours. Everything in life is choice driven. These decisions were easily made for me because I had all the right info and knew all the risks on vaginal and C-section. I did not want a C. Surgery for any means is not acceptable to me unless the percentage is very very high. The key is having the OB and Neuro who is knowledgeable in Chiari, or at lease willing to learn of it. Good luck everyone. Its a wonderful experience. :~) on the Gulf Coast ACM I 11-12mm no surgery On Tue, 6 Jun 2000 14:40:21 EDT tgreen65@... writes: > I have two girls -- want to have another baby ... all they tell me is > it will > be a scheduled c-section -- because they want there to be NO bearing > down ... > no straining ... other than that ... it would be okay ~~~ > > > > ================================ > Syrinx/4 cm x 4 mm/C 3/4 to T-1 > Post-Traumatic Syringomyelia > Click here for pics & Info: > <A > HREF= " http://www.pressenter.com/~wacma/album10.htm " >http://www.pressenter ..c > om/~wacma/album10.htm</A> > <A > HREF= " http://hometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html " >http:/ /h > ometown.aol.com/tgreen65/myhomepageprofile2000.html</A> > > > Learn to be HAPPY with NOTHING -- you will never be disappointed ... > > > Help section: /help/ > > NOTE: NCC refers to posts with No Chiari Content > > Unsubscribe Yourself: chiari-unsubscribeegroups > > WACMA Home: www.pressenter.com/~wacma > > WACMA List: www.eGroups.com/group/chiari > > ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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