- male
- 40 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've been diagnosed with L5 S1 disc protrusion pressing on a nerve and I'm having pain in my right buttock along with numbness in my right thigh. Is surgery the only option or can this heal on its own with other treatments? The pain and numbness are really bothering me and I'm worried about long-term damage
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Disc protrusion can improve with rest, physiotherapy, and medication. Surgery is needed if pain persists or worsens neurological symptoms.
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Answered 14/08/2025
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