What complications are associated with diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH)?

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What complications are associated with diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH)?

If DISH develops in the ligament that runs along the spine, it can compress (put pressure on) the spinal cord and cause paralysis. Other complications that people with DISH may experience include:

  • Chronic (ongoing) pain
  • Increased risk of bone fractures (breaks)
  • Loss of mobility in the affected area
  • Sleep apnea (disorder that causes breathing problems during sleep)
  • Trouble breathing or swallowing

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