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  • 45 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I've been diagnosed with a C5-C6 cervical herniation. Can this be cured without surgery or is cervical discectomy and fusion the only option? How major or minor is this surgery? If my symptoms are improving with medications, is surgery still necessary? What are the possible complications of the procedure?

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My mom has been diagnosed with a herniated disc causing leg pain and the doctor recommended L5 S1 surgery. Will this surgery actually fix her problem or are there other risks we should know about? Also, what's the usual cost for this kind of procedure?

This condition may require clinical evaluation to determine the exact cause and treatment. Some cases can be managed conservatively, while others may need surgical intervention depending on size, symptoms, and severity. Regular follow-up is important to monitor progress.

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I have a disc bulge at C5-C7 according to my MRI report which shows cervical canal dimensions from C2 to C7 as C2C3 11mm, C3C4 9mm, C4C5 11mm, C5C6 10mm, C6C7 9mm. Doctors say this is causing my left arm and wrist pain, making it hard to sleep or work. I've seen multiple doctors but no one has given me a clear solution. Is this condition curable? Right now I'm doing isometric neck exercises but wondering if surgery might be needed. If I wanted to consult you in person, where in OMR road could I meet you?

ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

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My mom has a 17-14mm disc prolapse at L4-L5. Will this heal on its own with rest or does she need surgery? Also, is it okay to keep doing physiotherapy for this?

Discectomy is advised to the patient.

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