10 replies to this topic

[tonelef]

Hi,

I had my C6 bone replaced and fusion at that level. Now after 23 years I feel uncomfortable when I swallow and thinking it's because the metal part it's kind of blocking my neck.

Anyway I am thinking to have an MRI soon, but I would like your opinion.

Thanks,
Antonis

[A trophy guy]

Hi,

I had my C6 bone replaced and fusion at that level. Now after 23 years I feel uncomfortable when I swallow and thinking it's because the metal part it's kind of blocking my neck.

Anyway I am thinking to have an MRI soon, but I would like your opinion.

Thanks,
Antonis

My opinion is you won't be having much of an MRI anywhere near anything with metal in it. It messes up the magnetic fields and screws up the image.

[greybeard]

Surgeons these days are a little bit cleverer than that and use implants that are made of non-ferous metals that are not affected by the magnetic field of the MRI scanners. I've just had two MRIs and I have a huge chunk of titanium in my knee and an arterial stent in my leg. No problems whatsoever. Different thing if you are unlucky enough to have had stainless steel implants.

Edited by greybeard, 07 March 2012 - 08:18 AM.

[brockit79]

I was going to say it is probably titanium but GB beat me to it.

I think the best thing to do is wait for the MRI results. An MRI is the best way to detect a problem as it identifies all tissue/structures in the body and will identify if there is a physical cause for this discomfort that you are experiencing.

[Cassie]

Have it checked out! If not for anything peace of mind

[Tetracyclone]

There can be many reasons for difficulty swallowing, so do see an doctor. It must be distressing!

[Muskie]

as far as the MRI isn't there something like a tensor MRI, I think that's what it is called. I believe it compensates for the metal

[do-rayme]

As others, has said about the MRI. Also take into account the swallowing ordeal could be down to tiredness.

[Dovely]

Hey toneless,

do you have a problem getting stuff from your mouth into the esophagus or does it get stuck behind your breast bone. Does it help to drink with meals? do you sometimes choke on liquids and have to cough? What foods is it worse with? Do you have acid reflux? Does it hurt?

The metal in your neck could have been dislodged but there are about a hundred different explanations for what you are experiencing.. You should definitely have it checked out. If the mri or ct scan doenst bring up anything you should get a barium swallow which has a good chance of showing where the problem is located.

I Hope you'll feel better soon
Dove

[richo]

sorry no advice,get well soon.............my littel neace is having a growth in her neck operated on as i am talking.............again get well soon

[qbounce]

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