Have you had spondylolisthesis and anterior lumbar fusion surgery?
While the search results don't include specific experiences from MyLupusTeam members about anterior lumbar fusion for spondylolisthesis, several members have shared that they live with both lupus and spinal conditions.
Some members mentioned having
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Have you had spondylolisthesis and anterior lumbar fusion surgery?
While the search results don't include specific experiences from MyLupusTeam members about anterior lumbar fusion for spondylolisthesis, several members have shared that they live with both lupus and spinal conditions.
Some members mentioned having:
- Degenerative disc disease along with lupus
- Spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease
- Previous spinal surgeries for herniated cervical discs and bone spurs
Spondylolisthesis is a potential complication of degenerative disc disease, where a vertebra moves out of its normal alignment in the spine. This can happen when lupus affects the spine, as the immune response can attack normal proteins, leading to joint and nerve destruction, bone loss, and inflammation.
If you're considering spinal surgery while managing lupus, it's important to work closely with both your rheumatologist and surgeon. You may need to adjust your lupus medications before surgery, especially corticosteroids and immunosuppressants. If you're in the middle of a lupus flare, it's typically best to wait until it's under control to avoid complications.
Surgery itself can also trigger a lupus flare, so having a plan in place with your rheumatologist is essential.
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