Update on Recovery: 24 weeks post Laminectomy

I've posted my ups and downs since my labor epidural caused a spinal leak in April 2024. I had 6 failed patches. Last treatment was exploratory surgery with Dr. Schievink 24 weeks ago.

I have had times where I was certain I was re-leaking, even bedridden a few times. It has taken trial and error to figure out triggers; I am dealing with CSF dysregulation post op. Now that I have cut out exercise, PT, and exertion in the heat, I am fully functional with very little pain most days. Able to play with kids gently, light chores and walking.

Triggers for high pressure: too much vitamin A, caffeine, sodium; pushing stroller uphill triggered POTS. Body is extremely sensitive but recovers to baseline since surgery. At this point I am in recovery and do not need further treatment. Intense year and a half but made me more compassionate.