[mspain]

Good afternoon and thanks for taking the time you do to try and help all individuals. Information about my problems from those who have experienced it will be worth its weight in gold.
53 year old female who was walking 4 miles a day three years ago. An adrenal pheo tumor sidelined me and I lounged in a hospital bed for over a month before surgery where they removed the 5 lb tumor we jokingly called Quatro!
Seems like I never recovered. Had problems with energy and walking. After nine months of this and my SCREAMING to five doctors we discovered I have a 20 inch long arachnoid cyst anterior on my spinal cord. Surgery twice, first just puncture and draining, second at Mayo in May this year where a permanent shunt is placed. Keep your fingers crossed. I do feel some relief problem is my lower extremities still are suffering from the nerve damage, pain and balance problems. Has anyone had this problem?

[Darlene]

mspain,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Click on the following forum there will be someone there to help you.

Spinal Disorders & Back Pain:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum22.html

Please keep us up to date on your situation. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[MelodyL]

Originally Posted by mspain

Good afternoon and thanks for taking the time you do to try and help all individuals. Information about my problems from those who have experienced it will be worth its weight in gold.
53 year old female who was walking 4 miles a day three years ago. An adrenal pheo tumor sidelined me and I lounged in a hospital bed for over a month before surgery where they removed the 5 lb tumor we jokingly called Quatro!
Seems like I never recovered. Had problems with energy and walking. After nine months of this and my SCREAMING to five doctors we discovered I have a 20 inch long arachnoid cyst anterior on my spinal cord. Surgery twice, first just puncture and draining, second at Mayo in May this year where a permanent shunt is placed. Keep your fingers crossed. I do feel some relief problem is my lower extremities still are suffering from the nerve damage, pain and balance problems. Has anyone had this problem?

Hi there my name is Melody. Just wanted to say welcome. You are such a brave person to deal with all you have to deal with. I often wonder at how much people have to endure before they either get some answers or some relief.

You will meet lots of new friends here. Please keep posting. Know that you are not alone.

Take care and I hope you are having a pain free day.


Melody