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I'm 37 and diagnosed with spinal stenosis . can one die from this or am i just in for a rough ride from here on.
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Don't worry: Narrowing of your spine won't kill you. It would cause intermittent back pain, sciatica / shooting pain from lower back to legs etc think positively. Do some recreational activities to distract your mind from your condition like yoga, meditation , deep breathing exercise, watching funny shows etc best wishes!
Answered 12/9/2013
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This won't kill you.: Spinal stenosis due to what? And what are your symptoms? Generally stenosis is not something one dies from. I think the thing to do would be to see your doc and have them explain the findings and the prognosis.
Answered 3/28/2013
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Not likely: Depending on the level of the spinal stenosis and the degree of stenosis you may develop radiculopathy and severe pain. Paralysis is less likely.Surgical intervention an option symptoms become debilitating. Other conservative like epidural steroid shots and pt may be helpful.
Answered 3/26/2023
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