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Originally Posted by kzlrogue
Hi!
I was wondering if anyone has had a cervical myelogram? My neurosurgeon believes I have some disc issues in my neck but I can't have a MRI due to my scs for my low back/leg issues. I have a myelogram scheduled in a week and a half but am very nervous about it. Hoping to get some advice, comments, support, laughter, anything that will put me more at ease!
Thanks!
Kim
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I had a lumbar myelogram about 5 years ago. While a bit uncomfortable; don't remember anything other than the table being on different angles. Had with and without contrast. I did have an IV; so obviously it must have helped; but it didn't put me out. No unusual side effects afterwards. Try not to get yourself too worked up over it.
I had lumbar, L4-5 fusion/laminectomy about 8 years ago. The orthopedic doctor felt this would give a better account of what was going on; especially since I couldn't have an MRI. The end result was his giving me the name of a Pain Management doctor and the possibility of his (PM) doing an SCS.
Gerry