What are Tarlov Cysts?

Tarlov cysts are cysts that usually form around the nerves of the cross at the base of the spine. These cysts usually manifest themselves as small bags full of cerebrospinal fluid. Most often they form the roots of sacral nerves and can lead to compression of these nerves. Not all Tarlov Cysts cause symptoms, but when symptoms occur, they may include pain in the lumbar spine, ischias, constipation and headaches. Dietary changes, steroid drugs and surgery can alleviate the symptoms of Tarlov Cyst in some patients. Many people with Tarlov cysts show no symptoms at all. Although these cysts can cause sacral nerve roots to compress, they must generally reach a significant size before compression of the nerve begins. Sciatica, which usually causes spicy pain to shoot down from the feet from the buttocks or lumbar rotation, may occur when the cysts start to squeeze the sacral nerves. Other symptoms of nerve pressure in the lower spine may include sexual dysfunction, constipation, urinary incontinence and partial numbness or paralysis in the feet nebo legs. The lower back pain is considered common and may be the result of damage to the bones of the spine caused by nerve compression. These cysts can lead to imbalance in the pressure of cerebrospinal fluid, causing headaches.

treatment can be surgical or non -surgical. The release of cerebrospinal fluid from the cysts can temporarily alleviate nerve compression, but usually does not prevent the repetition of the cyst. Refilling released cysts with fibrin glue or other filler material can help prevent the cyst from growing back. In some patients, the possibility of complete removal of the cyst and associated nerve root may be possible. In some cases, however, such a surgery will not disappear Tarlov cyst symptoms.

Dietary changes and the use of steroid anti -inflammatory drugs can help alleviate the symptoms of targe cysts without surgery. Corticosteroids can be injected into the area to relieve pain and inflammation.The aim of dietary changes usually focuses on creating a more acidic environment inside the body, as it is assumed that this alleviates the development of Tarlov's cysts. Specialized nutritional supplements may be administered to support the effects of dietary changes.