I am wondering about symptoms of scolosis (sp?). I ve had it since childhood, and have many problems at age 77. I have difficulty standing for normal periods of time --- walk with a walker --- weak legs and hamstrings, etc. Please name other normal symptoms for someone my age with the disease.
Hi Thanks for your query and Welcome to Chat Doctor. I am Chat Doctor. Scoliosis is an s shaped three-dimensional deformity of spine which can cause :- Cosmetic deformity if curve is large-Breathing difficulty especially if your chest is compromised- Pain in the back region-Pain going down in legs along with neurological symptoms like numbness, weakness in legs, paresthesia in legs especially on walking- An unbalanced curve can also lead to shoulder