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I play football for several years but i have spina bifida occulta and the last year i feel fatigue in the spine.it is my dream to become fotbal player?
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Now the story: Is slightly different from your previous question. Your spina bifida occulta May or may not keep you from your dream. In the majority of cases asymptomatic spina bifida occulta has no significant impact. However, you are now reporting back issues. That changes things. Only a thorough evaluation can sort this out.
Answered 1/17/2015
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No problem: You have a condition only found incidentally on imaging studies.It is usually asymptomatic. The fatigue is not related to the condition. You should exercise and build up the back muscles and strengthen the core group
Answered 6/15/2017
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