thoracic arachnoid cyst
 

Hello!
I am a first-timer. Most of these posts are regarding brain cysts, but I have recently had thoracic surgery to remove an 8.1-cm thoracic cyst. I have not had good recovery and my neurosurgeon tells me I have permanent nerve damage and suggests a spinal stimuator implant. Do any of you have experience with a thoracic arachnoid? What do we know about the success of spinal stimulators?

Thanks,
teresaf101

Hello Teresa, and welcome to neuroTalk.

From what you've said in your introduction, I assume that you've already checked Arachnoid Cysts in our General Health Conditions & Rare Disorders Forum. Incase you haven't found it, here's the direct link : http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum2.html

Do not despair. May I suggest the you post your own queries there as well. Hopefully one or more of our other members may still be able to give you the information that you seek.

Hi Teresa and welcome to NeuroTalk!


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Hi, Teresa! :Wave-Hello: Welcome to NeuroTalk!

Hi Teresa,
I had an arachnoid cyst removed over a month ago from t1-t4 area and having major complications. Are you walking? If so, how long did it take you to recover. I see you have some nerve damage... What is that affecting? I can't walk walk due to my left leg being so week and numb.
Cynthia

I have just found out that I have a subarachnoid cyst on my thoracic spine. Can anyone who has had surgery for this give me an idea of what to expect? I see a neurosurgeon in 2 weeks but am going nuts wondering what will happen. I'm having fairly serious issues with pain, numbness, and loss of strength in my hand and arm so I'm guessing some form of surgery but beyond that I have no idea. How long does recovery take? How do they actually remove the cyst? I'm going crazy trying to find out anything as I keep finding information about arachnoid cysts in the brain as well.

Renee'

Great to meet you!!
 

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk. Happy to see you have come to be with us. Just let us know if we can be of any help. Look under the following forum for some answers from fellow members:

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum22.html

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum2.html

There are great number and caring fellow members here to assist you. Our shoulders are here for support in many ways.

Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darlene :hug:

Hi, Iv been diagnosed with t/arachnoid cyst, t4,5,6, but can't seem to find any info on operation, recovery and after effects. We're are you at now with your recovery

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Hi Theresa
 

I'm sorry your having a difficult time. May I ask you a question. After your surgery did you have a hard time sitting Up. I had almost 10 cm arachnoid cust T2 to T 9. Dr did lamenectomy and fenstration with shunt a month ago and I'm still having trouble sitting up. It burns and a lot of pressure. Did you have this also? Thanks

Nice to meet you!!
 

Mrosse,

:Wave-Hello: 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.

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

Darlene :hug: