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What Causes Increased Pain In Left Side Of Spine Post Spinal Fusion Fixation?

Hello, I am a 44 year old retired Police Officer, Disability Retirement. I have had 2 neck surgeries, the most recent being a spinal fusion with fixation, C-3 - C-7 has been stabilized with 2 titanium rods and screws. I have continued to have constant pain since the surgeries, but for the last four days I have had an increase in pain on the left rear side around the C-3 to C-4 levels, the pain continues to intensify daily and I am having problems with my arms and hands going numb for long periods of time. I am getting seriously concerned that something major is wrong..
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Hello,

Your symptoms could be related to a possible bulging disc in another region or a dislocation of the rods or screws from their primary position. I recommend consulting as soon as possible with your spinal surgeon and performing a spine X-ray study or CT scan if possible.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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What Causes Increased Pain In Left Side Of Spine Post Spinal Fusion Fixation?

Hello, Your symptoms could be related to a possible bulging disc in another region or a dislocation of the rods or screws from their primary position. I recommend consulting as soon as possible with your spinal surgeon and performing a spine X-ray study or CT scan if possible. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist