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My ex husband has spinal stenosis,he has been having very bad headaches for approx 15 months,stiff neck,his doctor said it could be through this complaint,but get it checked out to make sure,but it probably is this causeing your headaches.
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∙ 11y agoThere are over 300 different headache disorders. Some may be caused or triggered by cervicogenic processes such as spondylitis. These include tension type headache, cervicogenic headache and Migraine.
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∙ 11y agoIt is possible for spinal stenosis to cause or trigger numbness and headache, especially if the spinal problems are in the upper body. Anyone with these symptoms should seek the immediate help of a doctor however, because spinal stenosis is not the only potential cause for these symptoms.
For appropriate diagnosis, treatment and management of headache disorders and Migraine, please seek the help of a board certified headache and Migraine specialist.
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∙ 12y agoSpinal stenosis can soemtimes cause or trigger severe headaches. Seek the help of a headache specialist for best results treating this type of headache disorder.
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∙ 12y agoyes it is likely to. depends
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What back injuries can be treated by spinal stenosis surgery?
Spinal stenosis is not back pain, but it can be a cause of back pain. Stenosis implies narrowing of the spinal canal because of thickened pedicles, or hypertrophied ligaments, or a disk bulge, or a tumor, etc. Sometimes this can cause pain if it aggravates pain-generating structures within or around the spinal canal.
What does canal stenosis mean?
The phrase canal stenosis refers to the narrowing of the spaces open within your spine. This can put pressure on your spinal cord and cause pain.
Is lumbar stenosis a cancer How can it be cured?
Lumbar stenosis is arthritis of the spinal cord which can cause severe back pain. It causes the spinal cord cavity to narrow and to put pressure on the nerves.
Can small right paracentral disc proturson without stenosis at c5-6 cause such severe pain in neck and head and what to do about this?
Yes, you are describing cervicogenic headache. Pain Management Specialists are doctors specially trained in helping the pain of cervicogenic headaches. There are many options for patients with cervicogenic headache.
Can a bad tooth cause a piercing pain in the head?
Yes, a bad tooth can cause sharp pain in the head.
What is mild L5-S1 central canal stenosis?
Central canal stenosis is a condition that can cause numbness, pain, stiffness, cramping, and muscle weakness. A thorough medical exam and diagnostic testing will be completed to determine this condition.
What is spinal stenosis surgery used to repair or prevent?
Spinal Stenosis Surgery is used to repair a narrowing of the spine, generally in the elderly. This narrowing can cause pain and numbness in the back and extremities, as well as possible bladder and bowel problems.
What might cause pain in the c5 c6 vertebral junction Pain is a burning not stabbing or dull Would the stenosis at this junction cause increased intercranial pressure?
Burning pain is usually indicative of nerve root involvement. See a neurologist or neurosurgeon for a full work up.
Can injury that required a plate in the head cause severe pain in the head?
Yes, any injury to the head can cause ongoing headaches.
What's severe spinal stenosis and how to treat it?
Severe spinal stenosis occurs when part of your spine narrows, putting pressure on your spinal cord or nerves. That pressure can cause pain, numbness or weakness in your back, neck, shoulders or limbs. Treatment for spinal stenosis will involve specialists in neurology, orthopedics and physical rehabilitation.
What causes muscle pain in your neck?
The muscle that cause pain in your neck is the sternocleidomastoid
Is it normal to have head pressure if you molars are coming out?
Yes, it is very normal to have head pressure when you need to get your molars out. Teeth pain can cause a lot of pain in your head.
