- male
- 40 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've been diagnosed with a slipped disc at L4-L5 and L5-S1, and doctors are recommending surgery. Right now, I'm taking Razo 20, pregabid 75, and decort 6 D3 once daily, and over the past week, I've noticed some improvement the numbness has reduced. I'm hesitant about surgery since I'm getting better with meds. Is it possible to manage this without surgery, or are there other options I should consider?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Slipped disc improving with meds and rest can often be managed without surgery—continue physio and follow-up imaging.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Neurosurgeon
Answered 14/08/2025
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