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Cauda equina syndrome fear. I'm really struggling. Pls help

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rachel_35350
rachel_35350

hi everyone I know I posted here the other day. I'm almost 30 weeks pregnant. and I'm terrified of cauda equina syndrome. I've a weird feeling in my vagina and kind of back passage area. my maternity hospital checked me and did an internal exam of my back passage and said everything is working even though I feel numb kind of. I'm honestly so scared.. could it be just baby laying on nerves ? has this happened to anyone before. I have no pain as such just this numb sensation. I really need someone to ease my worries pls. has anyone known anyone to have this and give me some reassurance pls

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  • jan34534
    jan34534 rachel_35350

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    that condition is not common occurring in about one of approximately 100,000 people.you would have low back pain, pain in one or both legs, altered reflexes, decreased strength.doesn’t sound like you have any of those. You can always request an MRI. for your peace of mind. I hope you feel better soon but I think you’re going to be OK!

    • rachel_35350
      rachel_35350 jan34534

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      I had an appointment at my maternity hospital today and the doctor said that and DRE exam of the back passage would have ruled that out. also that I have good anal muscle tone. is this true. my anxiety is not letting me believe it. she said it would happen 2 to 3 days after I start feeling the numbness in that area. my reflexes were all good too. I'm just too scared. xx

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