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Surgery?
by Awolf28, Nov 29, 2008 07:48PM
I have a bulging L5 - S1 that has been causing problems for just over a year now. I've had 4 epidurals, and have been taking pain pills daily. About 6 month ago I started getting really bad upper back spasms, I had an MRI, CT Scan, and Ultra Sound that all came back clear. I got another epidural about a month ago and the back spasms went away (they are starting to come back as the epidural is wearing off). I've done physical therapy as well, which helped my flexibility, but didn't take away any of the pain.
Should I consider surgery? I'm 26 years old so I have the conflicting feelings of "I'm too young, I don't need to have that kind of surgery," and "I'm too young to have these problem affecting my life, I need to do something about it."
What do ya'll think?
Should I consider surgery? I'm 26 years old so I have the conflicting feelings of "I'm too young, I don't need to have that kind of surgery," and "I'm too young to have these problem affecting my life, I need to do something about it."
What do ya'll think?
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"I've done physical therapy as well, which helped my flexibility" I don't think it's better option,anyway,you should go to see local reputable doctor for second opinion.
Best wishes!
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