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What Are The Symptoms Of Scoliosis At 77 Years Of Age?

I am wondering about symptoms of scolosis (sp?). I ve had it since childhood, and have many problems at age 77. I have difficulty standing for normal periods of time --- walk with a walker --- weak legs and hamstrings, etc. Please name other normal symptoms for someone my age with the disease.
Mon, 21 Mar 2016
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Hi

Thanks for your query and Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I am Dr Akshay from Fortis Hospital, New Delhi.

Scoliosis is a s shaped three dimensional deformity of spine which can cause :

- Cosmetic deformity if curve is large
- Breathing difficulty especially if your chest is compromised
- Pain in the back region
- Pain going down in legs along with neurological symptoms like numbness, weakness in legs , paresthesias in legs especially on walking
- An unbalanced curve can also lead to shoulder drooping on one side more than the other and subsequently cause degenerative changes in your hips etc.

Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any further assistance.
You can also discuss your case and treatment plans with me in a greater detail in a private consultation.

Thanks & Regards
Dr Akshay Kumar Saxena


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What Are The Symptoms Of Scoliosis At 77 Years Of Age?

Hi Thanks for your query and Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I am Dr Akshay from Fortis Hospital, New Delhi. Scoliosis is a s shaped three dimensional deformity of spine which can cause : - Cosmetic deformity if curve is large - Breathing difficulty especially if your chest is compromised - Pain in the back region - Pain going down in legs along with neurological symptoms like numbness, weakness in legs , paresthesias in legs especially on walking - An unbalanced curve can also lead to shoulder drooping on one side more than the other and subsequently cause degenerative changes in your hips etc. Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any further assistance. You can also discuss your case and treatment plans with me in a greater detail in a private consultation. Thanks & Regards Dr Akshay Kumar Saxena