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Back & Neck Pain (Expert Forum)
Injury, arthritis AND endocrine problems
Answered by
Prem Pillay, MD - laser surgery, microsurgery, low back pain, neck pain, Acupuncture and pain, pain, artificial disc replacement, spine fusion, Endoscopic spine microsurgery, Robotic spine Microsurgery, microdiskectomy, MicroDisectomy, Minimally Invasive Spine, Nucleoplasty, Percutaneous Endoscopic Laser, osteoporosis, vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty
NeuroSpine and Pain Center Singapore
Singapore - Singapore
Questions in the Back & Neck Pain forum are answered by Dr. Kwan Yin Chong and Dr. Prem Pillay. Topics covered include herniated disc, pinched nerves, sciatica, degenerative spine disease, spinal stenosis, spine trauma and fractures, and pine tumors.
Injury, arthritis AND endocrine problems
by MBurt76, Mar 15, 2008 03:12PM
I've had ruptured disc surgeries at L5S1 and L4L5, both were repaired. I have moderate to severe arthritis with narrowing and spurring in this same area as well as knee, hip, shoulder and hands. I also have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and several endocrine/hypothalmic issues (ultra-low testosterone, cortisol, etc>). The result is significant chronic pain, along with severe fatigue and muscle aches. I have had some good treatment for pain, for thyroid and testosterone deficiencies, etc., but I can't help but feel that none of the docs is seeing the whole picture of interrelated issues. What can I do to get a more comprehensive evaluation and treatment plan? Thanks, MB
Doctor's Answer
by Prem Pillay, MD, Mar 16, 2008 06:13AM
, Mar 16, 2008 06:13AM
Hopefully you have a multidisciplinary team in your area to help you out.
Look for one in your area. The Cleveland Clinic is a good place to be at if you in the US. We have an excellent set up through our center for patients like you as well.
Look for one in your area. The Cleveland Clinic is a good place to be at if you in the US. We have an excellent set up through our center for patients like you as well.
