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I was told that my piviotal joint is pertruding into my skull, is this dangerous and how?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Atlanto-occipital: It is in general back to have instability of this joint since spinal cord goes through this joint. Breathing control goes down this part of spinal cord.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Possibly: With some ligament injuries to the upper spine related to trauma or even related to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or congenital anomalies, it can lead to pressure on neural tissue affecting neurologic function with or without causing pain that can be progressive if left untreated. See an orthopedic spine surgeon or neurosurgeon for an opinion and evaluation.
Answered 3/26/2013
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