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  • 14/08/2025

I have spinal stenosis with a 5.5 mm AP diameter at L4-L5 disc and I'm not sure whether to see a neurosurgeon or an orthopedist if surgery is needed. Also, would a laminotomy or laminectomy be better for my condition?

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I've been having spine and vein pain for the last 6 months and the vein seems crushed. The pain in my spinal area is persistent and doctors recommended surgery. Is surgery the only option or are there other treatments I could try first? The pain is really affecting my daily life and I'm worried about going under the knife

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