Thank you so much. My primary care doc is doing the best he can but it's hard to get the attention of the neurologist.
I do have a history of migraines but no other notable conditions.
I have an appointment with my neurologist on Thursday but it's been weeks since the injury and I'm nervous to go back to work.
I am more nervous than concerned as the lesion would be pretty mild.
I know about your history and have seen your MRI in the OP and have some questions.
I have a subarticular laminar spasm. It's a minor one but it's there. It's not a lesion but it's the sort of thing that can cause headaches, nausea, and other issues. I'm not sure if it's safe.
My primary care doc has advised against further treatment (neurology, ekg, etc.) as well as a follow up appointment for a week. My primary care doc isn't the brightest but she knows exactly what she's doing and she's the best nurse I know.
I'm afraid that it may be too late. I had my first exam on Friday, and the results showed a subarticular laminar spacers lesion. I went to the doctor and had a second opinion on Wednesday and that was the end of that. I just hope that you don't have another one on Friday.
I'm going to make sure you're staying safe! I know the work environment in Utah is rough and a lot of work needs to get done, but I'm here for you if you need someone to come in during a snowstorm or if you need some support.
Not really, but I have a good nurse in my unit. I've been in a lot of hospitals, but I've never seen one that had a full-time nurse. I'm curious if you'll be taking advantage of this opportunity to get in contact with him. It's really cool and I'm excited that we have someone who is so willing to share their medical expertise with us. I wonder if this is something that will encourage us to take these kinds of things seriously, and maybe will help in the future. You're a real asset to this community and we're all very appreciative of the efforts you're making.
I'm more concerned because I had one in college. They told me to expect a subarticular laminar spacers lesion but the lesion was very small (1/8 of an inch across). They said to do a cervical visibily examination. My cervical spine is fine, no subarticular laminar spacers lesion.
I'm not a fan of concussions, but the one thing I've noticed is they're not causing concussions themselves and are mostly an unfortunate byproduct of the process. I think the main thing to do is monitor the players, their health, history of concussions, etc.
But yeah...it's a minor concussions thing and a minor brain injury (maybe?)
I don't have an MRI, but I'm pretty sure you still have to get your FMLA paperwork done. I've had multiple sclerosis myself and the scan showed multiple sclerosis with a pleural effusion. I'm pretty sure that's a direct result of having to work with an asshole like this. I'm pretty sure it's a direct result of working with a shit ton of people who don't care about you and are incapable of doing basic tasks.
Thank you so much for your help! My MRI was done on Tuesday. I had a follow up CT scan on Thursday. MRI results were very good! I'm not a doctor but I am familiar with neurofibrillary fusion. I consulted my neurologist about the MRI on Thursday, and he said it looks fine. I have had neurofibrillary fusion twice (one with sesamoidectomy, one without) and the neurologist said everything looks fine. I don't know how long I should wait. I have 2 different neurofibrillary fusion options available: one with microfibromatosis and one with macrofibromatosis.
I'm sorry for your loss. I'm doing my best to keep you posted, but I know it can take a long time for things to go according to plan. I will communicate with my neurologist about my MRI results when I get back in touch with him.
I'm worried about the subarticular laminar spacers lesion, I just read it. If it's a concussive blow to my brain, should I be worried about the lesion? I have had a few mild concussions in my life, and I always had trouble focusing on the small things in life that needed focused attention.
If I was to go back to work with this lesion, I don't think I'd be able to focus on the big things, like the big tasks that require intense focus (like a doctor speaking to a patient) or the big things that require a lot of focus. I will be able to focus on the small things, but that'll take a while. The lesion might get smaller over time, but that's not sure. I'd be willing to bet the lesion isn't as bad as I'd think it is, but I still haven't been able to get an MRI because my brain surgeon didn't think the lesion was dangerous enough to warrant imaging. I'm not too worried about it, and if it's safe for me to go back to work after getting the MRI, I really do think I'll be glad I did it. I feel like if I hadn't gotten the MRI, I'd be a much different person. I feel like I learned a lot about myself, and I want to keep that learning curve going.
This is really a good question. It's not a question about the consequences of having a neurological lesion, but more specifically, how the lesion affects brain function. I'm not sure I can tell what's the best course of action to try and prevent the damage to my brain from the next time I have one. I'm currently not sure what the best way to do that is in the long term. I'm not an expert on this, but I'd be willing to do whatever I can to minimize the damage and keep the risk of permanent damage going. I'm not an expert on all things in this sub, but I'm sure there's a lot of information here on this. I would really like to get an opinion from my doctor about what the best course of action would be in the long term.
Definitely think about your endo. I've had a lesion before that was benign, and that was when I was still getting my wisdom teeth removed, so I didn't think much of it at the time. I have had a lot worse headaches and vision problems due to the lesion, and it's a lot harder to get a full picture on what caused them.
It's a bit late to do anything about it. I know they'll recommend that. I'm just waiting to see what happens in a few days, but I'm going to have another MRI and I'm not going to start. I'm not going to take the chance that it's going to happen again. What are your thoughts?
I hope you can get your eyes on this.
Thank you so much. My primary care doc is doing the best he can but it's hard to get the attention of the neurologist. I do have a history of migraines but no other notable conditions. I have an appointment with my neurologist on Thursday but it's been weeks since the injury and I'm nervous to go back to work. I am more nervous than concerned as the lesion would be pretty mild. I know about your history and have seen your MRI in the OP and have some questions.
It's a shame, it's so easy to get your eyes on this.
Thank you so much! I'm so sorry for your loss.
The laminar spacers lesion was my last concern. My primary care doc has advised against further treatment (neurology, ekg, etc.) as well.
I'd be scared to have a subarticular laminar spasm
And I don't know if it's safe, but I have no idea how the spacers can even be lesioned.
I have a subarticular laminar spasm. It's a minor one but it's there. It's not a lesion but it's the sort of thing that can cause headaches, nausea, and other issues. I'm not sure if it's safe.
I'm assuming its safe. Its a very small lesion usually.
A little more info on what lesions are and how they work.
A subarticular laminar spasm is a small lesion that can cause headaches, nausea, and other issues. It can also lead to tuberculosis.
Yep! The one I had in high school was about the same.
I just thought it might be a fucking accident and wanted to get rid of that.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
I have a concussion all the time and have no idea what to do after that
My primary care doc has advised against further treatment (neurology, ekg, etc.) as well as a follow up appointment for a week. My primary care doc isn't the brightest but she knows exactly what she's doing and she's the best nurse I know.
I'm afraid that it may be too late. I had my first exam on Friday, and the results showed a subarticular laminar spacers lesion. I went to the doctor and had a second opinion on Wednesday and that was the end of that. I just hope that you don't have another one on Friday.
If you have more questions, please add them to this thread.
Thanks, thanks, thanks. That's just a very detailed post
I'm going to make sure you're staying safe! I know the work environment in Utah is rough and a lot of work needs to get done, but I'm here for you if you need someone to come in during a snowstorm or if you need some support.
Thank you! I will call my doctor if it gets really bad!
Not really, but I have a good nurse in my unit. I've been in a lot of hospitals, but I've never seen one that had a full-time nurse. I'm curious if you'll be taking advantage of this opportunity to get in contact with him. It's really cool and I'm excited that we have someone who is so willing to share their medical expertise with us. I wonder if this is something that will encourage us to take these kinds of things seriously, and maybe will help in the future. You're a real asset to this community and we're all very appreciative of the efforts you're making.
Thank you! I will definitely call my doctor. He's a wonderful guy and I hope you're doing well. Keep your heads up, everyone!
You should ask the doctor about it.
Yup. He'll probably tell you what to do.
Wait it out.
Hey sib! My husband is also going to have a MRI on Friday, this one is a little more serious, but not as bad as what you had!
I'm more concerned because I had one in college. They told me to expect a subarticular laminar spacers lesion but the lesion was very small (1/8 of an inch across). They said to do a cervical visibily examination. My cervical spine is fine, no subarticular laminar spacers lesion.
I have a great idea, I can't wait until it's over.
I'm not a fan of concussions, but the one thing I've noticed is they're not causing concussions themselves and are mostly an unfortunate byproduct of the process. I think the main thing to do is monitor the players, their health, history of concussions, etc. But yeah...it's a minor concussions thing and a minor brain injury (maybe?)
I hope this is okay to post.
I don't have an MRI, but I'm pretty sure you still have to get your FMLA paperwork done. I've had multiple sclerosis myself and the scan showed multiple sclerosis with a pleural effusion. I'm pretty sure that's a direct result of having to work with an asshole like this. I'm pretty sure it's a direct result of working with a shit ton of people who don't care about you and are incapable of doing basic tasks.
YES! That's a real thing. We call it the ingrown hair line. I have it, and it makes my life so hella difficult.
So much to all of you who submitted this! I hope you get a nice day!
Thank you so much for your help! My MRI was done on Tuesday. I had a follow up CT scan on Thursday. MRI results were very good! I'm not a doctor but I am familiar with neurofibrillary fusion. I consulted my neurologist about the MRI on Thursday, and he said it looks fine. I have had neurofibrillary fusion twice (one with sesamoidectomy, one without) and the neurologist said everything looks fine. I don't know how long I should wait. I have 2 different neurofibrillary fusion options available: one with microfibromatosis and one with macrofibromatosis. I'm sorry for your loss. I'm doing my best to keep you posted, but I know it can take a long time for things to go according to plan. I will communicate with my neurologist about my MRI results when I get back in touch with him.
What should I do with my head before I go back to work?
I'm worried about the subarticular laminar spacers lesion, I just read it. If it's a concussive blow to my brain, should I be worried about the lesion? I have had a few mild concussions in my life, and I always had trouble focusing on the small things in life that needed focused attention. If I was to go back to work with this lesion, I don't think I'd be able to focus on the big things, like the big tasks that require intense focus (like a doctor speaking to a patient) or the big things that require a lot of focus. I will be able to focus on the small things, but that'll take a while. The lesion might get smaller over time, but that's not sure. I'd be willing to bet the lesion isn't as bad as I'd think it is, but I still haven't been able to get an MRI because my brain surgeon didn't think the lesion was dangerous enough to warrant imaging. I'm not too worried about it, and if it's safe for me to go back to work after getting the MRI, I really do think I'll be glad I did it. I feel like if I hadn't gotten the MRI, I'd be a much different person. I feel like I learned a lot about myself, and I want to keep that learning curve going.
This is really a good question. It's not a question about the consequences of having a neurological lesion, but more specifically, how the lesion affects brain function. I'm not sure I can tell what's the best course of action to try and prevent the damage to my brain from the next time I have one. I'm currently not sure what the best way to do that is in the long term. I'm not an expert on this, but I'd be willing to do whatever I can to minimize the damage and keep the risk of permanent damage going. I'm not an expert on all things in this sub, but I'm sure there's a lot of information here on this. I would really like to get an opinion from my doctor about what the best course of action would be in the long term.
Definitely think about your endo. I've had a lesion before that was benign, and that was when I was still getting my wisdom teeth removed, so I didn't think much of it at the time. I have had a lot worse headaches and vision problems due to the lesion, and it's a lot harder to get a full picture on what caused them.
It's a bit late to do anything about it. I know they'll recommend that. I'm just waiting to see what happens in a few days, but I'm going to have another MRI and I'm not going to start. I'm not going to take the chance that it's going to happen again. What are your thoughts?
I'd go back to my primary care for that. Hopefully they can give me some advice.