Eagle Syndrome

[funKYcat75]

Anyone ever heard of this? ER doc told me that I might have it. Besides being the most patriotic-sounding malady in history, apparently it's some kind of calicification of a ligament that goes down near the throat. Not really a big deal but it can cause SUDDEN DEATH if it gets pushed up against the carotid artery. Not a fan of dying, but I don't really want to have surgery if it's just something stupid.

Mockery and advice appreciated, Wildcat friends.

 

[UKserialkiller]

Never heard of it heard of it Funky, but I have my porch light turned on for you

 

[mashburned]

Sounds pretty cool. I hope you don't die.

 

[mailman85_rivals376684]

 

[cawoodsct]

Hang in there kid.

 

[JamesIII]

 

[Kooky Kats]

I suggest a partial styloidectomy. Repair of a damaged carotid artery is essential in order to prevent further neurological complications and ****.

 

[catholic_back]

I suggest you do nothing about it unless it's really bothering you.

*this is not medical advice

 

[Kaizer Sosay]

Never heard of it. But I wish you well. And I concur with kooky. Go ahead and have the procedure done next summer. It will give you a chance to do something productive during the summer months for a change.

Hang in there, brother.

 

[JumperJack]

You know, I'm no doctor, but ER doctors say some pretty dumb **** sometimes.

 

[We-Todd-Did]

I will now read all Funky posts in this voice:

 

[crazyqx83_rivals88013]

3% survival rate. T's and P's, OP.

 

[Ukbrassowtipin]

I wouldn't be concerned unless he says your DMF

 

[herodotus6]

I'd get a second opinion, funkman. Eagle syndrome is very rare, especially in men. However, if it is confirmed, I would look at surgery to fix it. It can lead to a stroke or worse if untreated.

 

[UKserialkiller]

Yeah, if ya can get that **** fixed. Get it fixed

 

[funKYcat75]

I've been waiting for that gif, Mav. One of the symptoms is a feeling of something stuck in your throat (the reason I was in the ER in the first place). Guess I would take one for this great nation.

 

[Kooky Kats]

The H is O.

 

[IdaCat]

I've been waiting for that gif, Mav. One of the symptoms is a feeling of something stuck in your throat (the reason I was in the ER in the first place). Guess I would take one for this great nation.

Some people get light bulbs stuck in their butt and have to visit the ER. Could be related. Good luck.

 

[420grover]

I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express last night. You'll be fine, take 2 aspirin and post back in the morning.

 

[BreckCo.Wildcat]

A hiatal hernia is much more likely with similar symptoms.