Has anyone had surgery for scoliosis and had problems with pregnancy? I am 28 and had surgery at 14 and 20.?
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My sister had operation because of scoliosis and she had no problems during her pregnancy, she had a baby during natural way (no Cesarian section) aand she is pregnant again :)
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Well, be 15 and pregnant is risky in and of itself, but to be that low of weight too, is pretty bad, depending on how far along you are.  You need to be seeing an obstetrician regularly so they can monitor your progress and make sure you're healthy.  I hope you have a good support group, but if you ever need anyone else to talk to, I'm here, and I wish you the best of luck.  I know you'll do fine, because it's clear that you're worried about your health and the health of your baby.
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I feel your pain. I dislocated each of my knees at least 3 times, each. Hurts like hell. Sloppy ligs I suppose. I would like to have all the loose floaties sucked out of my knees too. I hope to have the surgery before I turn 25 so if you find out anything worth while please fwd it to me at handymanbrandon@sbcglobal.net. I hope the surgery helps ease your knees! B)
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SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE FIBRO I ALSO HAVE IT AS WELL AND I KNOW EXACTLY HOW YOU FEEL. ITS A HORRIBLE THING TO HAVE AS FAR AS BEING PREGNANT WHAT DO YOU MEAN? AS FAR AS MORE PAIN AND THE PAIN MEDS IF YOUR ON THEM AND BEING PREGNANT OR WILL THE FIBRO HARM THE BABY? SORRY DIDNT NO WHAT YA WERE LOOKING FOR BUT IT WONT HURT THE BABY DUE TO THE FIBRO AND MORE PAIN? MORE THEN LIKELY I THINK I HAD IT WHILE I WAS PREGNANT BUT THATS BEEN 18 YRS AGO I AM 40 MY SONS GIRLFRIEND IS PREGNANT SHE TO HAS FIBRO. BUT....I WOULD LOVE TO TALK MORE WITH YOU ABOUT THIS SO PLEASE EMAIL ME IVE BEEN LOOKING FOR PEOPLE TO TALK TO CONCERNING THIS GOOD LUCK TO YOU LANAY   lanay40@yahoo.com  i will be waiting to hear from you thanks
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I have had a hysterectomy too and I am in my mid thirty's.  I was a wreck for a while had to go on some anti anxiety medication.  I yelled at my kids, cried because I yelled.  I felt really vulnerable and anxious.  Those hormones control us more than people think.  Hang in there.  I had my surgery a little over a year ago and I am doing so much better now.
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Not sure if its bad or serious but my friend has a tilted pelvis and couldnt give birth naturally. She had to have a c-section.
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hi. i was discharged yesterday after having surgery for my sciliosis. the surgeons put two metal rods on either side of my spine to keep my spine straight. after that i ahd to have two more unexpected operations which resulted me in staying in hospital for two weeks. i know what it feels like. if you want to just talk about it don't hesitate to e-mail me.
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My daughter just had spinal surgery for Scoliosis (March 15th) and she felt the same way.  She cried, started staying in her room, didn't want to eat.  But we kept talking her through it.  I don't know what kind you're having, but if it's the same kind, she's now happier about how she looks, as she kinda looked chubby before-- but it turned out it was her spine pushing things in directions they weren't supposed to go.  She's taller now.  She doesn't hurt as much (she had a severe curve).  She's wearing different clothes because she's proud of herself, some now.  Just remember that if it won't make you better, they wouldn't be wanting to do it.  They only do back surgery if it's warranted.  It also doesn't take as long to heal as it used to, so you will be up and around ASAP.  It's scary, but in the hands of good doctors, you'll be better than before, so look forward to it and keep your chin up.  Talk to your family and ask for a hug when you need one.  If you can't sleep, find out who you can talk to when you need some one on one in the night or maybe even ask your doctor for some meds to help, if possible.  Good luck and blessings!
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Look for a Shriner's in your area I had Scolios when I was a child and my mom took me to a shriner's clinic where they really took care of the problem. Even if the Shriner's in your area doesn't tend to Osteo related issues, if they believe your case warrants help they'll transport you to their speciality facility that does treat it.
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i have the exact same diagnos (ostioarthritis)32 yearsold! go figure!. i am wondering if you are big breasted. not to get personal..but i am.. and to tell you the truth,i am in so much pain all the time!a burning feeling in the middle of my back. and it comes from big breast. but if you do not carry large breast then your problem could very well be from your scoliosis! i wish you well dear!
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I have mild scoliosis along with a herniated disc in my lower back.  I've only had one bout of very severe pain and it lasted about 4 months.  It was so bad it kept me awake at night and I walked with a limp and I thought I was going to have to have surgery but I really wanted to avoid that.  I went to a chiropractor and he did help the limp but the pain only got worse.  What finally helped me get rid of the pain was when my doctor prescribed a round of Prednisone to help with the inflammation.  It finally eased the pain enough that I could get some sleep.  After I finished the Prednisone and was enough better that I could at least function, he sent me to a Physical Therapist to learn some helpful exercises.  I had to do them every day but the improvement in the pain was definitely enough to keep me doing the exercises.  The next step for me was weigh loss. I lost 115 pounds and started doing all kinds of different exercises from aerobics, to running, to weight lifting.  I have been completely pain free for over almost a year and a half now and I managed to avoid surgery.  Good luck with your pain, I know it's excruciating and miserable to have to live with back pain.  I hope you get it resovled soon.
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I go to the chiropractor for scoliosis and TMJ. The first week I hurt because my muscles and spine were moving. It is completely natural for you to hurt. I took ibuprofen to take away some of the pain. After a couple of weeks you won't hurt anymore. That is, unless you miss a visit! ;-)
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you just answered one of my questions and decided to check out some of the questions you posted, which iam now glad i did. when i was 17 , me and my twin were diognosed with scoliosis( curvature of the spin) we both needed to have the harringtons rods put in to staighten our spines. which were placed on either side of our spine about a foot long apeice. it was a tramatic sergury but i thank god everyday i had it. no more pain, i can do anything no limitations except for now i sit up real staight ...ha ha.., and yes if i hadnt had the surgery i wouldnt be here today. the  curve was starting to push against my heart and liver and if that happened i wouild have died. so i thank god everyday for doctors.
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I delivered 7 kids...(6 natural, 1 with an epidural)...THEN found out I had scoliosis! I also have fused disks in my lower back. I dont know how bad the curve of my spine is..altho I have had two different drs tell me I have the most crooked spine they have ever seen. You may just need to give your back time to heal since you just had a baby a few months ago. Also doing yoga stregthens the back muscles, which could help if you decide to have another baby. Since you dont have insurance maybe you can find a Health Department or Clinic that would be able to see you. GOODLUCK!
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I had the surgery back in January and have lost 231lbs.  I would do it all over again the pain and discomfort are worth it and now that pain and discomfort are gone just a bad memory.  The cost was about 32,000 for the surgeon and 15,000 for the hospital stay.  I was only in the hospital for 3 days!  The only weird thing was that my butt hurt all the time (after I started losing weight) I asked my doctor about it and he said it was a normal complaint after surgery…lol.  Oh well, things have gone well except I caused myself to have a hernia I unloaded about 1,500lbs of cottonseed off of a trailer into the barn I also moved about 500lbs of patio stones.  It was too much too soon (only four months) I just felt so great I had to get out and go to work.  The hernia will have to be fixed but because of were its at I can wait until I have a tummy tuck in about 18 months.  I’m now working on the farm again just careful with the heavy loads.  I take vitamins (prenatal lol), B-12, and green tea extract (my own idea on the green tea).  I took potassium for several months until my lab work came back as normal so the doc took me off the potassium.  I had one side effect from the incision itself.  During the surgery the incision is very near the diaphragm so when I would stand I would get sever hic-ups which would take my breath away and usually cause me to throw up.  That lasted for about a month and a half.  My doctor said that it wasn’t too common but some patients did suffer with the hic-ups.  They gradually went away when everything healed up nicely.  I now walk a mile every day and during the summer I would swim for at least an hour each day if not more.  I have had a little hair loss (I had stopped taking my vitamins) but that’s over with (I’m taking my vitamins like a good boy).  It was worth the money, pain, and time I now have my life back.  I still have 170lbs to go but I feel great and it was worth it.  Just do your research and find a good surgeon.
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First off, congrads on the pregnency!!!! I do think the weight from the baby is going to add a little bit off pain, but don't worry about it. I wouldn't be afraid, i'm 13 and have had 4 hip surgeries, and I have oa, so I know how you feel. If you ned help or support in any way, my messenger is hbkfreak17\n\nBest wishes and good luck,\n\nKassie
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Oh my god that must be such a shock for you! Well they say that the older you are there are a number of increased risks to both mother and baby....for the baby things like premature labour or low birth weight.\n\nWhile there is alot of stigma going around about it, my own mother had me at 35 and my borther at 36 and we are perfectly healthy.\n\nIf i were you I'd to some thorough research over the net, you might find the following articlesof use.  I'd definately go and see your GP and ask them to make you an appointment at the ante-natal clinic who will be able to answer all your questions.\n\nAs for having your tubes tied, i guess it just can't be 100% effective, I know that some women have the procedure done and then get it reversed and go on to have babies.  I guess your body must have just adapted over the last 13 years....i personally can't explain it.\n\nTry this forum page with other people that have been in your situation:\n\nhttp://www.medhelp.org/forums/Maternal/messages/33569.html\n\nI really hope everything works out how you want it to.