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What Causes Excessive Weight Loss After A Neck Surgery?
Thanks for taking my question! I had surgery to remove four disks in my neck that were pressing against a nerve or nerves, Over the past 7 months I have experienced weight loss of 35lbs., significant loss of muscles, and weekness more on the left side from neck down. The replacement disks are now making a grindind noice with movements of my head. What could be the problem?
Mon, 20 Aug 2018
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I reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I think you need physical therapy for neck muscles to provide better support for your neck.
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I reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I think you need physical therapy for neck muscles to provide better support for your neck.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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