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Update post surgery

Hello All,

I had my PFD and fusion of c1 and c2 on June 20th.  I feel so much better....so many issues have instantly resolved.  For example, no more blue fingers/toes, no more fumbling for words.  Just thought I'd check in and say I made it!!!!
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1996562 tn?1330337839
OMG that's so awesome! You are a champion <3

Take it easy and heal it all up :)

Please don't disappear when you're feeling better... I'm sure there are a lot of other people here besides me that want to hear all about it :)

Much love <3
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Yes, they opened the dura and shrunk the tonsils; however, I had a 2nd procedure immediately following the PFD....fusion of c1 and c2.   Originally thought I'd need to c4, but, once in there, found out I have pretty strong structural bones below c2, so I only needed c1, c2.  Most of the spasm pain is from the fusion and, believe me, it's very manageable.  So very glad I did this....it's changed my whole outlook.  :) {{hugs to everyone}}
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1968463 tn?1374757813
So glad to hear from you and to hear that you are doing well. Still sending well wishes your way !
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1306714 tn?1327257080
So happy to hear from you and to hear all is going well.  I have been thinking of you..  So glad your doing good.  Just remember to give it time and to rest, rest, rest.
Linda :)
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620923 tn?1452915648
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  Hi, so glad to get an update on u !! and so happy to hear u r doing so well...continue to  rest no matter how good u feel, give urself time to recover.

we will be here <3
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1925822 tn?1333705617
Hey great to hear from u and wooow what an outcome!!!! Congrats...well thats an example of an expert treatment.keep getting better and rest a lot!!!
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2118977 tn?1343268297
Did tbey open the dura? I'm glad ur doing well and most, of, the symptoms have  left. I just had my surgery  6/29
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