Question 1

mom, 85, has memory issues. mri showed "c1-2 degenerative changes with inflammatory pannus indenting the anterior thecal sac. there is hippocampal atrophy without definite asymmetry on visual inspection." is some atrophy normal with age? is this alz?

Accepted Answer

: Most likely answer to the memory issues.   See neurologist or psychiatrist or geriatric specialist and confirm diagnosis

Question 2

i broke my c1 and c2 last month what is the danger of taking off my halo?

Accepted Answer

Don't do it!: You should not remove a halo without the advice of your treating physician.  This device is important to provide stability to healing vertebrae.  Fractures that high up on your spine can be quite devastating as damage to your spinal cord at this level affects basic functions such as breathing.  Please follow your doctor's advice on this!

Question 3

what does it mean if c1-c2 are incidentally found to be fused on imaging? what is the significance of this finding?

Accepted Answer

: This type of fusion in cervical vertebrae is reported in ~4/1000 people. By itself it is an interesting anomaly. It may or may not be associated with other problems in your future. Please discuss this with your doc who can monitor you for any related symptoms if they arise.

Question 4

i have my c1-c2 fused together. after 19 years i am needing the hardware removed due to catching issues. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on what catching issue you have
Does it cause pain, is it expected to get worse.Do you have osteoporosis?
See another surgeon for their opinion. Get your family around, check your insurance and make a final decision based on everyone's input that what decision you make is in the best interest of your health. I am sure you will find the best route for you.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: pannus?

Accepted Answer

Apron: A pannus is an apron of fat hanging from the waist.

Question 6

how to lose a front fanny pack i beleive the correct term is apron or pannus?

Accepted Answer

Panniculectomy: After your weight loss has stabilized a Plastic Surgeon can excise the redundant abdominal skin and the redundant skin from the upper arms and thighs
If your Fanny is also Packing loose skin he can remove that also

Question 7

i've lost 35 pounds in the last three months by doing lc and swimming.   i have a huge hanging pannus.  what can i do to lose weight in that area?

Accepted Answer

Plastics: Unfortunately a large pendulous fat pad will not disappear on its' own. I suggest consulting with a plastic surgeon.

Question 8

emg/ncv test on 28th to determine extent and cause of damage. neuro mentioned c1-c3. what nerves are in this area?where can i find good nerve diagram?

Accepted Answer

Don't be your doctor: Since you are taking antidepressants and migraine meds you might create more problems for yourself if you start trying to be your own doctor.  Make notes of what you have, with details, and let the doctor figure it out.  This may not be a comfortable approach, but it might be your best.

Question 9

what holds c1/c2 and c1/skull together?

Accepted Answer

Ligaments, tendons..: C1, c2, and the skull are bones.  Bones are connected to one another by ligaments and muscle tendons.

Question 10

what does c1-10^colony count= 1000-10000 mixed flora at final reading^l  mean, on a urine culture.

Accepted Answer

Urine culture: This is a contaminated specimen and it means absolutely nothing. What symptoms do you have, what does your urinalysis show, what were the results of your physical exam and basic lab tests? The internet is not a place in which to turn for a diagnosis. Good luck and you should discuss this with the doctor who ordered it. If still need results get a clean midstream catch into a sterile container.

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Mom, 85, has memory issues. mri showed "c1-2 degenerative changes with inflammatory pannus indenting the anterior thecal sac. there is hippocampal atrophy without definite asymmetry on visual inspection." is some atrophy normal with age? is this alz?

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I broke my c1 and c2 last month what is the danger of taking off my halo?

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What does it mean if c1-c2 are incidentally found to be fused on imaging? what is the significance of this finding?

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I have my c1-c2 fused together. after 19 years i am needing the hardware removed due to catching issues. any suggestions?

A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: pannus?

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How to lose a front fanny pack i beleive the correct term is apron or pannus?

A member asked:

I've lost 35 pounds in the last three months by doing lc and swimming. i have a huge hanging pannus. what can i do to lose weight in that area?

A member asked:

Emg/ncv test on 28th to determine extent and cause of damage. neuro mentioned c1-c3. what nerves are in this area?where can i find good nerve diagram?

A member asked:

What holds c1/c2 and c1/skull together?

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What does c1-10^colony count= 1000-10000 mixed flora at final reading^l mean, on a urine culture.

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