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Yes, loss of spinal fluid can occur as a complication of an epidural procedure. This can happen if the needle inadvertently punctures the dura mater, leading to a condition known as a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak. While not common, a CSF leak can result in symptoms such as headache, neck stiffness, and, in rare cases, more serious complications. Proper technique and experience can minimize this risk during an epidural.
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What are the symptoms of spinal epidural hematoma?
Head swelling, asperation,as well as sudden urge to quit playing (for children),
What will happen if synovial fluid loss?
acure pain
Can you become paralyzed from loss of spinal fluid?
You can certainly die from a leak in your spinal fluid. This fluid supports all function between your spine and your brain.
What would happen if the ventral root of a spinal nerve were damaged?
Loss of both motor and sensory function
What does an epidural help you on?
During labor. Epidural analgesia, sometimes called an epidural block, causes some loss of feeling in the lower areas of your body, yet you remain awake and alert. An epidural block may be given soon after your contractions start, or later as your labor progresses. An epidural block with more or stronger medications (anesthetics, not analgesics) can be used for a cesarean delivery or if vaginal birth requires the help of forceps or vacuum extraction. Your doctors will work with you to determine the proper time to give the epidural.
What would happen if the ventral root of a spinal nerve were damage or transected?
There are a number of things that would happen if the ventral root of a spinal nerve were damage or transected, This would mainly cause the loss of the sensory function and there would be neuropathic pain among other effects.
Would there be a loss of sensory or motor function when someone damages the dorsal root of a spinal nerve?
Yes this can happen when any nerve is damaged but this is a greater danger if its an actual Spinal Nerve.
What would happen if the following structures were damaged or transected 1. dorsal root of spinal nerve 2. ventral root of spinal cord 3. ventral ramus of spinal cord?
loss of both the motor and sensory functions
What is the tumor which is described as a fluid cavity within the spinal cord that can enlarge slowly leading to pain and sensation loss in limbs or weakness?
Syringomyelia
Where does epidural go?
Epidural Analgesia - Epidural analgesia, sometimes called an epidural block, causes some loss of feeling in the lower areas of your body, yet you remain awake and alert. An epidural block may be given soon after your contractions start, or later as your labor progresses. An epidural block with more or stronger medications (anesthetics, not analgesics) can be used for a cesarean delivery or if vaginal birth requires the help of forceps or vacuum extraction. Your doctors will work with you to determine the proper time to give the epidural.An epidural block is given in the lower back into a small area (the epidural space) below the spinal cord. You will be asked to sit or lie on your side with your back curved outward and to stay this way until the procedure is completed. You can move when it's done, but you may not be allowed to walk around.Source: http://www.lifelinetomodernmedicine.com/ArticlePage.aspx?ID=e746e318-69c5-4fef-aa4d-899a827d08c0&LandingID=4f04afc4-4f77-4eff-b20c-01e6e6ede922
Why and how do you shrink when you get older?
The spinal column decreases in overall height due to a softening and flattening of the vertebral bones, as well as a loss of fluid contained in the discs between the bones.
What does ecstasy do to your spine?
no, this is an urban myth. it was started by peoplemisinterpreting the procedure used in finding the effects of Ecstasy They would do a spinal tap to see if the Ecstasy effected certain parts of the body. This doesn't mean that its okay to use Ecstasy, because it does effect your brain, and can cause memory loss, severe brain damage and learning disorders.
