Question 1

My leg has gone numb due to a lumbar spine issue, and I'm also having bowel problems. The doctor suggested surgery, but I'm worried what's the success rate like, and are there any serious side effects I should know about?

Accepted Answer

MRI is advised,post share the report.

Question 2

My mom was diagnosed with a spinal issue and we're really confused about the surgery. One doctor says it's minor but another warned about nerve damage and paralysis risks. She's in a lot of pain and also has knee problems making it hard to walk. At her age, is surgery the right option or should we get another opinion? Would it be open surgery or laparoscopic? What are the possible complications if we proceed? Are there any non-surgical treatments that could help instead?

Accepted Answer

Elderly spinal surgery carries risk‚ÄîMRI and second opinion help; if severe pain, surgery may be laparoscopic or open; try physiotherapy if stable.

Question 3

I've been diagnosed with a diffuse annular disc bulge at L4-L5 causing thecal sac indentation and bilateral recess narrowing with nerve compression. My doctor mentioned endoscopic discectomy but I'm not sure if it's really necessary will this procedure actually provide a permanent fix or are there other options I should consider first?

Accepted Answer

Discectomy is the procedure done by a neurosurgeon.

You can consult any dermatologist and plastic surgeon together. As would require advice and treatment of both the specialities

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