Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Curved Spine And Convulted Esophagus
Can there be a relationship between a severely curved spine from osteoporosis, a convoluted esophagus with a 10 cm hiatal hernia and lesions, and iron loss? She is 80 years old, weighs 86 lbs, is losing blood somewhere internally but the hernia is not the source, has weak spells and her BP jumps from her normal 110/68 to 152/100 in spite of increased Medication (.25 to .5 mg Lisinopril in the last month) when symptoms of lower leg swelling and pain to the touch occur. Could there be a problem with the aorta since it must be curved like her esophagus?
Mon, 1 Oct 2018
Hi,
If the scoliosis is severe then it is possible that the esophagus and aorta to be curved following scoliosis.
The degree should be assessed with imaging studies such a CT scan of the thoracic spine.
If severely curved and compressed then partial correction with rigid brace should be attempted.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Erion Spaho,
Neurologist, Surgical
If the scoliosis is severe then it is possible that the esophagus and aorta to be curved following scoliosis.
The degree should be assessed with imaging studies such a CT scan of the thoracic spine.
If severely curved and compressed then partial correction with rigid brace should be attempted.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Erion Spaho,
Neurologist, Surgical
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....