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I was first diagnosed with scoliosis at 16 went through the process for surgery but I changed my mind at 18.. now I have regular pain on a daily basis, I have a slight progression in curvuture which is an s shaped curve.. I was just wondering what my chances of surgery are.. do you think they will say I am too old as most people are 16? Has anyone been in a similar situation ??
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margaret85310 natalie12694
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Hi,
I think your dr. would be the best one to answer that question. I had my first surgery at 11 - wasn't really a choice, my parents were told I most likely would not survive past young adulthood due to the severity of the curve, which would have impacted my internal organs.
At age 48 I was diagnosed with a slight tailbone curvature, which was causing me crippling pain. The dr. told me I was a candidate for surgery at that age. He wanted to insert rods to stabilize my lower spine, which is similar to what I had done on my upper spine as a child. Instead, I began practicing Bikram Yoga. 3.5 years later, the pain has yet to return - I'm completely able-bodied, and probably have a healthier spine than most people, despite my scoliosis.
abbyreji natalie12694
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margaret85310 abbyreji
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Jay91157 natalie12694
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mediconsultant natalie12694
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We can give a free medical opinion with the right treatment plan for your case if you send us your medical reports and MRI.
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