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Originally Posted by ladyjane  Ugh...been a very long day. Anyway....Gabby's myelogram and CT scan were done and she has a lot of chronic stuff .. several bulging cervical discs C3-7 but those are not causing problems for Gabby. At T 11-12 there was no evidence of neoplasia or trauma so they believe what is going on there is congenital. She has more than likely worsened with age due to the left facet thickening. There is significant atrophy of the spinal cord.
The suggested plan for Gabby is surgery at that level to remove that facet (bone). The goal is to prevent further deterioration and preserve the function that she has now.
I am a bit upset about the fact that she cannot walk now.  I called to tell them and the neurologist assured me that this is temporary and often happens. I surely hope so. Gabby was put on prednisone for a few days. She said this is due to the anesthesia and the myelogram and should start to improve by tomorrow.
Please keep sweet Gabby in your thoughts and prayers. (I know you all will, but I have to ask) She is such a darling...this is so stressful. |
Sounds like a very long day for you and Gabby. I hope Gabby is up and walking and this is just temporary.
She is in my thoughts and prayers and you too. Hope you both get some rest this evening.