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Back Injury, Indentation On The Thecal Sac. MRI, CT Scan Done. Medicine Not Effective. Cure?

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I have been suffering from my back injury since almost a year.I took an MRI and C.T scan.There was found to be an indentation on the thecal sac.I have been taking regular medicines and exercises,but there seems to be no cure.So do u suggest me to bear this pain for a little more expecting that it might get cured,or should i undergo surgery.PLEASE REPLY
Sat, 15 Jun 2013
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Hello,
Thanks for writing in.
An indentation on thecal sac on MRI scan shows that there is pressure effect on the covering of the spinal cord..
To give a beeter opinion on your immediate need for surgery, I would like to know your complete CT scan and MRI reports.
There are many ponts to be considered in the report before giving a professional oipnion.
As with your present problem, without your complete reports, I would suggest you to consult your neurosurgeon and let him know more about the pain. Please avoid doing intense physical avtivity and lifting weights till then.

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Back Injury, Indentation On The Thecal Sac. MRI, CT Scan Done. Medicine Not Effective. Cure?

Hello, Thanks for writing in. An indentation on thecal sac on MRI scan shows that there is pressure effect on the covering of the spinal cord.. To give a beeter opinion on your immediate need for surgery, I would like to know your complete CT scan and MRI reports. There are many ponts to be considered in the report before giving a professional oipnion. As with your present problem, without your complete reports, I would suggest you to consult your neurosurgeon and let him know more about the pain. Please avoid doing intense physical avtivity and lifting weights till then. Hope this helps.