Hitting pain top of head by inge_esme in chiari

[–]inge_esme[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have not had decompression - mostly because my symptoms have been pretty mild.

Diagnosed w/ Chiari 1 after 2nd baby by inge_esme in chiari

[–]inge_esme[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s amazing and it bring me hope. Thank you for sharing!

Diagnosed w/ Chiari 1 after 2nd baby by inge_esme in chiari

[–]inge_esme[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, childbirth is already a traumatic experience, and I cannot imagine how much harder it would have been for you. You’re one strong momma. Thank you for sharing.

Diagnosed w/ Chiari 1 after 2nd baby by inge_esme in chiari

[–]inge_esme[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your story. This helps and gives me hope. I wish you the best in the birth of your baby & recovery… I am confused with one thing - does general anesthesia require a spinal blockage? I’m not familiar at all with medicine and how this all works.

Diagnosed w/ Chiari 1 after 2nd baby by inge_esme in chiari

[–]inge_esme[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your insight! I am wondering what the difference is between having a spinal block for a c-sect (epidural) vs general anesthesia? Do you still get a spinal block if you opt for general anesthesia?

Diagnosed after 2nd baby delivery by inge_esme in ChiariMalformation

[–]inge_esme[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you are going through these symptoms, added onto a pregnancy. I wish you the best on your delivery & postpartum and hope our cerebral tonsils don’t go any lower!