danniel Loc: North Port, Florida

for those who know me from my recent Macro posts, also know that I recently had a lumbar fusion.
Things started going south last weekend when I thought my 2 week headache was fading.
Well it wasn't lol.
At this point I am leaking spinal fluid under the skin in my lower back.
The Dr examined and tested a fluid sample from under the skin and found it to be
almost exclusively spinal fluid.
The leak is to large for a blood patch.
So Monday the surgeon is going to remove the hardware and bone grafts in order to find the leak
and repair it.
They will be introducing fluids to keep my brain afloat during the process.
They will then attempt to install the rods and screws again if they are successful.
I can't begin to tell you all how much I am NOT looking forward to this.
I am hoping this is an easy fix, but the surgeon is not hopeful lol.
He is probably the best in the area, has 32 years experience at trauma crash surgeries.
So I do believe I am in the best hands possible.
Needless to say, photographing will be another ways off for me. Perhaps I will catch some
of the nesting season at the Rookery.

Anyone here had a nasty Dura leak ? how did it go ?
Thanks

Danniel

DAN Phillips Loc: Graysville, GA

You are in our prayers.

Bob Mevis Loc: Plymouth, Indiana

I'm praying for you.

Scruples Loc: Brooklyn, New York

While I have not experienced what you are attempting to endure, you sound to me as a real trooper! I am confident that you will fair very well. Be strong and I am very hopeful this experience will make you show all of us your best nature.
Please stay well!

pdsdville Loc: Midlothian, Tx

Haven't had a dura leak but had lower back surgery to repair a burst disc leaking into the spinal column. Almost lost the ability to walk. I know a little of what you will be going through with the surgery. I'll throw in a few prayers for a speedy recovery. I'll also add to remember to keep up with the rehab, those people are a big help. God Bless

foathog Loc: Greensboro, NC

My good vibes are out there for you to grab. Best of luck.

Kmgw9v Loc: Miami, Florida

Wish you the best.

grandpaw

Hope everything goes very well and you have a quick recovery!!!

Collhar Loc: New York City.

Well, Danniel I don't know anything about you or your pictures. I sincerely hope you have a successful operation and a speedy recovery.

BboH Loc: s of 2/21, Ellicott City, MD

Certainly hope and wish for the corrective surgery to go well. Oh, my!

rmm0605 Loc: Atlanta GA

Dear Danniel,
Who is your neurosurgeon? I have a super neurosurgeon who trained under the best in Washington DC. His name is James Schumacher, 941.955.1920. He might be useful at least for a second opinion. Best of luck to you!
Jeff Jones (RMM0605)

jaymatt Loc: Alexandria, Indiana

Wow--hate to hear that! Here’s hoping for the best for you, and hoping to see you back here sooner than later.

PaulBrit Loc: Merlin, Southern Oregon

The very best of luck!

Xanadu Loc: Clay County FL

Rooting for you!!

LCD

Hoping for a good outcome.