A member asked:

I have had w surgeries for slipped disc and decompression. i have another now but too much scar tissue to operate. i have small curve why?

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Dr. Irfan Lalani answered

Specializes in Neurology

Epidural fibrosis: Scar tissue commonly forms in the aftermath of spine surgery as part of the healing process. If the scar tissue encroaches on a nerve root or epidural space, it can become the cause of chronic neuropathic/nerve related pain. Regarding curvature in the spine, it may be secondary to trauma, genetic factors, spinal instability or a variety of other factors.

Answered 4/18/2016

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