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Constant Discomfort And Pressure In The Spinal Area. Had Spinal Tap Before A Decade. What Could Be The Cause And Remedy?

I had a spinal tap 20 years ago. one side effect back then was discomfort and pressure in the area on the spine, fading away over time, but has come back every now and then over the years. Mostly gone for many years. Recently it has been bothering me now and then. Now has been constance for a couple weeks. Very bothersome, question is what is the problem and why, can i get relief? thank you
Tue, 18 Sep 2012
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HI, Welcome to HCM
Spinal tap 20 years back is not going to cause any problem after such a long duration, so no need to worry.
Your problem looks like a postural and as you rest it gets relieved. Modify your lifestyle.
In worst case if you want to completely satisfied MRI spine with myelography is better option, If you have insurance you can go for that, otherwise dont worry.
Thanking you.
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Constant Discomfort And Pressure In The Spinal Area. Had Spinal Tap Before A Decade. What Could Be The Cause And Remedy?

HI, Welcome to HCM Spinal tap 20 years back is not going to cause any problem after such a long duration, so no need to worry. Your problem looks like a postural and as you rest it gets relieved. Modify your lifestyle. In worst case if you want to completely satisfied MRI spine with myelography is better option, If you have insurance you can go for that, otherwise dont worry. Thanking you.