sacriolitiis, hyperlordosis,degenerative disc disease and dysplastic L5.....Is this serious?

[tikerbelle4]

I have recently had a MRI which states that I have hyperlordosis, sacriolitiis, L5 dysplasia and a 2 level degenerative disc disease. My rheamatoligst has now refered me to a spinal surgeon. I am a 27 year old mother to 4 boys, what does the futre hold for us? Please can I have any information as the waiting time to see the specialist is 5 weeks, it seems like such a long time away.

[kittyluv1]

The findings on your MRI show degenerative changes of your lumbar spine but are not necessarily indicative of a surgical intervention.  I think your rheumatologist referred you to the specialist to be certain you got the best treatment and the specialist will have greater expertise in treating you.
Five weeks seems like a long time, but unless you are experiencing significant loss of function or other neurological problems, you are probably not at high risk for any major issues.
You are rather young to have degenerative disc disease, but a lot depends on your genetic history and bone development.  
Hyperlordosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine from its usual alignment, but is generally related to muscle spasms. Sacroilitis is an inflammation of the sacroiliac joint and can be caused by many different conditions.  The L5 dysplasia refers to an abnormal growth of bone tissue and corresponds to the degenerative disc disease identified.  
Until you see the specialist has your rheumatologist offered any interim treatment recommendations?  Anti-inflammatory medication may be beneficial and the use of heat/cold packs can reduce the degree of inflammation.
Hopefully you will find that your condition is easily managed.
Post with an update and let us know of your progress ---

[tikerbelle4]

thankyou for your post kittyluv .I have been taking plaquenil, codine and lodine sr for three years now, (I have been visiting my rheamy for 5 years and for an autoimmune disorder of which he can not decide which one I have) im not sure if it actually helps or not as I am always in pain but do not want to take anything stronger as  I need to be alert for my children. I have been booked in for physio also.
my pain is always in my lower  back,pelvis, hips, inner thighs and right foot which gets progressivly worse as the day goes on. My feet feel as I am standing on glass and my right knee is painfull at the moment also.