Question 1

could tetraplegia be caused by discitis, osteomyelitis, and epidural abscess?

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Yes: If it is in the cervical (neck) region.

Question 2

what the heck is epidural abscess really?

Accepted Answer

Giant Zit: It's an abscess on your spine. Imagine a huge zit under the skin, on your spine, that is painful and can't go anywhere as more and more pus builds up, causing even more pressure that no pain medication can relieve- until it's drained by a professional. Don't try to pop this "giant zit" yourself.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of epidural abscess?

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See below: Good question!  an abscess is an accumulation of puss within a body cavity-in this case-within the epidural space.  The primary symptoms is severe, increasing back pain and fever.  In addition, the patient may have bowel or bladder incontinence, or leg numbness or weakness (spinal abscess).  If the abscess is in the brain, they may c/o headache, lethargy, n/v, fever and neck stiffness.

Question 4

can you give me some information on the epidural abscess?

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Epidural abscess: An epidural abscess is an infection that occurs anatomically between the membrane that covers your brain, called the dura mater and the skull.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: epidural abscess?

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Epidural abscess: An epidural abscess is a potential life threatening infection between the bone of the skull or spine &amp; the membranes that cover them

Question 6

how will having epidural abscess mess up my health later in life?

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Death if not treated: If left untreated, the infection can overwhelm your body and you die. Alternatively, you become paralyzed from the level of the abscess and below; chronic pain; permanent physical and functional deformity.

Question 7

are there good natural treatments for epidural abscess?

Accepted Answer

No: Epidural abscess ought to be treated as an emergency to prevent damage to the nerves.  Do not waste your time on "natural" treatments.

Question 8

can you tell me the diagnostic tests and treatment methods for epidural abscess?

Accepted Answer

Epidural abcess: Mri followed by ct guided aspiration and cultur apprpriate IV anti biotics.  Opem surgical debride for sytemic signs of infx or any neurologic symptomswith drain.

Question 9

will an abscess cause remote pain?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Especially if blood becomes infected and seeds other areas of the body.

Question 10

does appendicitis cause any abscess?

Accepted Answer

Pus Happens: Abscesses are often associated with appendicitis, especially after perforation. They may manifest itself with the initial episode or (even) weeks after an appendectomy. Treatment requires drainage (usually via radiologic guidance) and antibiotics.

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