
What Do The Attached MRI Reports Indicate?

Posted on
Fri, 8 Sep 2017
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team


Question : I am uploading the MRI images that need to be opened and looked at thru software.
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The software on my CD is called: "soma" and "Reviewer"
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If you double click on the folder, there is a "Quik Step" guide and a user's guide.
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Also a directory of the images found if you double click to go two folders "down:
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finally there is a studies.exe file that may or may not help
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so you have my images, know I hope you have the "software"
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Thanks
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PS IT LOOKS LIKE CLICK ANSWER AND THEN I HOPE TO FIND A P-LACE TO UPLOAD THIS FILE (CLOSE TO 10 mb)
YYYY@YYYY . Once we receive will forward it to our doctor and you will get your query answered.
ALSO...
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the first path is to download an executable zipped folder. It contains "everything from application program to MRI files
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executable zipped folder:
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https://drive.google.com/a/profesor-de-ingles.org/file/d/0B2QjpyAJZSh_c2M3RzJNY3JkM1k/view?usp=sharing
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unzipped folder:contains the same info but you need to download each file / folder
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https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B2QjpyAJZSh_SEl4ZkpFOGh2RUk?usp=sharing
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1-download all
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2-double click on "Reviewer" folder
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3-Double click on Reviewer.exe
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4- it should open up with my MRI files available to be seen
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5- From My mouth to God's ears - Let me know
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The software on my CD is called: "soma" and "Reviewer"
>
If you double click on the folder, there is a "Quik Step" guide and a user's guide.
>
Also a directory of the images found if you double click to go two folders "down:
>
finally there is a studies.exe file that may or may not help
>
so you have my images, know I hope you have the "software"
>
Thanks
>
PS IT LOOKS LIKE CLICK ANSWER AND THEN I HOPE TO FIND A P-LACE TO UPLOAD THIS FILE (CLOSE TO 10 mb)
YYYY@YYYY . Once we receive will forward it to our doctor and you will get your query answered.
ALSO...
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the first path is to download an executable zipped folder. It contains "everything from application program to MRI files
>
executable zipped folder:
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https://drive.google.com/a/profesor-de-ingles.org/file/d/0B2QjpyAJZSh_c2M3RzJNY3JkM1k/view?usp=sharing
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--------------------------------------------------------
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unzipped folder:contains the same info but you need to download each file / folder
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https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B2QjpyAJZSh_SEl4ZkpFOGh2RUk?usp=sharing
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1-download all
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2-double click on "Reviewer" folder
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3-Double click on Reviewer.exe
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4- it should open up with my MRI files available to be seen
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5- From My mouth to God's ears - Let me know
Brief Answer:
Cervical spondylosis
Detailed Answer:
Hi there
Thanks for the query
I have viewed all the attached images of the MRI of your cervical spine.
You seem to be having Cervical spondylosis which is causing compression at some regions of the spinal cord and nerves which can explain the symptoms you are suffering from.
If you could let me know in the printed report if they have mentioned the canal diameters then appropriate surgical management can be planned.
I hope I have answered your query.
I will be available to answer your follow up queries.
Regards,
Dr.Aashish Raghu
Cervical spondylosis
Detailed Answer:
Hi there
Thanks for the query
I have viewed all the attached images of the MRI of your cervical spine.
You seem to be having Cervical spondylosis which is causing compression at some regions of the spinal cord and nerves which can explain the symptoms you are suffering from.
If you could let me know in the printed report if they have mentioned the canal diameters then appropriate surgical management can be planned.
I hope I have answered your query.
I will be available to answer your follow up queries.
Regards,
Dr.Aashish Raghu
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Kampana


Hello Doctor. and thank you very much for reviewing my MRI.
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I am uploading the written report but unfortunately it adds very little information
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Would you be kind enough to list either questions or statements that need to be answered or clarified with more information
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I will take your questions and ask them of the radiologist and Hopefully have answers within a few days.
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Again thank you and I look forward to your prompt response
CLARIFICATION
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FOR THE RADIOLOGIST: Would you be kind enough to list either questions or statements that need to be answered or clarified with more information
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FOR MY UPCOMING CONSULTATIONS WITH SEVERAL NEURO-SURGEONS
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Once you receive enough "info" to review my MRI more thoroughly, Would you be kind enough to list either questions or statements that I should discuss with these surgeons
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THANK YOU
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I am uploading the written report but unfortunately it adds very little information
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Would you be kind enough to list either questions or statements that need to be answered or clarified with more information
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I will take your questions and ask them of the radiologist and Hopefully have answers within a few days.
>
Again thank you and I look forward to your prompt response
CLARIFICATION
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FOR THE RADIOLOGIST: Would you be kind enough to list either questions or statements that need to be answered or clarified with more information
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FOR MY UPCOMING CONSULTATIONS WITH SEVERAL NEURO-SURGEONS
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Once you receive enough "info" to review my MRI more thoroughly, Would you be kind enough to list either questions or statements that I should discuss with these surgeons
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THANK YOU
Brief Answer:
Questions
Detailed Answer:
The report does help. If mentions that you are status post Cervical fusion C4-C7.
You have an area of the spinal cord which is weak demonstrated as myelomalacia.
Could you tell me when you underwent spinal fusion?
How have your symptoms changed since the surgery?
Any radiating pain or tingling and numbness?
Are you able to perform movement at the neck?
Questions
Detailed Answer:
The report does help. If mentions that you are status post Cervical fusion C4-C7.
You have an area of the spinal cord which is weak demonstrated as myelomalacia.
Could you tell me when you underwent spinal fusion?
How have your symptoms changed since the surgery?
Any radiating pain or tingling and numbness?
Are you able to perform movement at the neck?
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng


YOUR QUESTION 1: Could you tell me when you underwent spinal fusion?
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ANSWER 1 : XXXXXXX 7, 2016
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YOUR QUESTION 2 : How have your symptoms changed since the surgery? and YOUR QUESTION 3 Any radiating pain or tingling and numbness?
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ANSWER 2 and 4: after the surgery I was left With Unbearable and debilitating "BURNING" NERVE PAIN Symptoms Throughout both my hands. I Take a drug Therapy regimen Of Lyrica at maximum dosage + Plus Cymbalta at 60 mg per day which have Completely turned my life upside down in that I am continuously lethargic and unusually sleepy ALL the time
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Additionally I think I'm beginning to feel numbness on the bottom of both of my feet, the area of numbness is approximately 4 inches long by 1/2 inch wide, both Located in the center of the bottom of my feet.
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YOUR QUESTION 4: Are you able to perform movement at the neck?
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ANSWER 4: Regarding my neck; I have NEVER had any pain or stiffness in my neck. As far as the range of motion after surgery it has been More than acceptable
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Thank you for your expertise and I look forward to your answers
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ANSWER 1 : XXXXXXX 7, 2016
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YOUR QUESTION 2 : How have your symptoms changed since the surgery? and YOUR QUESTION 3 Any radiating pain or tingling and numbness?
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ANSWER 2 and 4: after the surgery I was left With Unbearable and debilitating "BURNING" NERVE PAIN Symptoms Throughout both my hands. I Take a drug Therapy regimen Of Lyrica at maximum dosage + Plus Cymbalta at 60 mg per day which have Completely turned my life upside down in that I am continuously lethargic and unusually sleepy ALL the time
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Additionally I think I'm beginning to feel numbness on the bottom of both of my feet, the area of numbness is approximately 4 inches long by 1/2 inch wide, both Located in the center of the bottom of my feet.
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YOUR QUESTION 4: Are you able to perform movement at the neck?
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ANSWER 4: Regarding my neck; I have NEVER had any pain or stiffness in my neck. As far as the range of motion after surgery it has been More than acceptable
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Thank you for your expertise and I look forward to your answers
Brief Answer:
Could be non union of fusion site
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for the answers to my questions.
You are on the right treatment for the nerve pain symptoms.
It is possible that the union hasn't taken place at the fusion site. This could be the cause of the pain. Also the nerve roots are being stretched causing pain.
Could be non union of fusion site
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for the answers to my questions.
You are on the right treatment for the nerve pain symptoms.
It is possible that the union hasn't taken place at the fusion site. This could be the cause of the pain. Also the nerve roots are being stretched causing pain.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng


I have been told by my doctor that My bones had fused completely and successfully. My neurosurgeon even told me that He had Seen anyone bones fused within six months, That it was the fastest that he's ever seen bones fused. That's probably because I exercise by walking a lot to Help circulate and oxygenate that area.
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Please comment on my follow-up Answerto your question
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Based on what you see in the MRI images and my responses, do you feel any Additional surgery is needed?
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You tell me I mind the right medical regimen therapy track but you didn't respond to the fact that I now have no life and that these drugs have completely changed my life with no energy please make a statement or comment to this huge change In my now, "NO life: due to these medication side effects
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As always thank you for your expertise and responding with your information
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Please comment on my follow-up Answerto your question
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Based on what you see in the MRI images and my responses, do you feel any Additional surgery is needed?
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You tell me I mind the right medical regimen therapy track but you didn't respond to the fact that I now have no life and that these drugs have completely changed my life with no energy please make a statement or comment to this huge change In my now, "NO life: due to these medication side effects
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As always thank you for your expertise and responding with your information
Brief Answer:
Answers
Detailed Answer:
Additional surgery may not be required.
The medication you are taking with respect to Lyrica seems good enough. Continue exercising.
Answers
Detailed Answer:
Additional surgery may not be required.
The medication you are taking with respect to Lyrica seems good enough. Continue exercising.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T


give me you worst case sensation
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what kind of surgery and levels would you consider
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REMEMBER I AM 65 YEARS OLD
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THANKS!!
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what kind of surgery and levels would you consider
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REMEMBER I AM 65 YEARS OLD
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THANKS!!
Brief Answer:
Foraminal decompression
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back,
I have reviewed the reports.
You may need foraminal decompression of C4-C7 in most probability.
Surgery isn't a compulsory option.
Physiotherapy will suffice.
Regards
Foraminal decompression
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back,
I have reviewed the reports.
You may need foraminal decompression of C4-C7 in most probability.
Surgery isn't a compulsory option.
Physiotherapy will suffice.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee

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