Question: I had a MRI done on 11/4/2013 stated the following postsurgical changes associated with anterior fusion at the c5 throught c7 levels. at the c3/c4 ;eve;, there is a broad-based central disc protrusion herienation measuring 1mm producing effacement of the thecal sac. at the c4/c5 level, there is mild disc space narrowing, a central disc protrusion herination measuring 3mm and a right paracentral sisc protrusion herination measuring 4.5mm these findings produce mild central canal stenosis and moderate stenosis of the right lateral recess. I then had a ct cervical spine without cintrast on 12/6 and it states incomplete anterior fusion at the c5 throught c7 levels with no radiographic evidence of hardware complication at the c2/c3 and c3/c4, there are 1mm anterior spondylolistheses. at the c4/c5 level, there is mild disc space narrowing a central vertebral body base ostepphyte measuring 2mm. These findings produce mild central canal stenosis and mild to moderate right neural foramen stenosis and mild to moderate right neural foramen stenosis. at the c5/c6 level, there is a broad-base right foraminal certebral body based osteophyte measuring 3mm producing moderate right neural foramen stenosis impinging the right c6 nerve root. at the c6/c7 level, there is a central certebral body based osteophyte measuring 2.5mm producing mild central canal stenosis. I am confused why it would show a more stronger herniation on the MRI than on the cat scan, which one would be more accurate?

It has been confirmed that I have not fuse. My questions now are as followed 1. If I do not have a new fusion done, will I continue to experience more problems? 2. I also have curve developing in my neck as well, is this possible from the surgery? It was not there before. 3. If I have a impingement on my nerve and do not move forward with having it removed, will I get worse or will it get better in time. 4. The new area they are wanting to correct is my C4, what can I expect far as range of motion to have my c3,c4,c5,c6,c7 fuse? 5. I am very intimidated with having surgery again, since I did not fuse the first time. I don’t smoke or drink or take any drugs that would stop me from fusing. 6. They are now talking about taking bone from my hip and using it instead of artificial bone they use the first time. Will I have limits with bone being taken from my hip? I know I have a lot of questions and I do appreciate speaking with someone that has a better understanding about these issues. I know your not able to give me complete medical advice but your knowledge is much appreciated and needed.