Question 1

I've had back pain for over 4 years and struggle with bending or sitting for long. Sometimes the pain gets so bad it even affects my breathing. My MRI showed a bulging disk at L4 and doctors recommended surgery, but I'm really nervous about going under the knife. Are there any other treatment options I could try first?

Accepted Answer

MRI is advised,ortho opinion

Question 2

I've had sciatica pain in my right leg for 3 months now and my MRI shows a 3.5 mm L5S1 disc bulge. Will I need surgery to fix this permanently or are there other options? How long does it usually take to recover from this kind of issue?

Accepted Answer

ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

Question 3

My grandfather is 83 and had a fall in the bathroom that caused a blood clot in his brain. The doctors are recommending surgery, but I'm worried can surgery really fix this at his age? Is it safe for him to go through the procedure? Would really appreciate your advice.

Accepted Answer

Sorry to hear about situation. Age is not the only factor, surgery and outcome depends on his general health, state of his heart function. Please discuss with physician and neurosurgeon.

More Neurosurgery Health Queries

I've had sciatica pain in my right leg for 3 months now and my MRI shows a 3.5 mm L5S1 disc bulge. Will I need surgery to fix this permanently or are there other options? How long does it usually take to recover from this kind of issue?

My grandfather is 83 and had a fall in the bathroom that caused a blood clot in his brain. The doctors are recommending surgery, but I'm worried can surgery really fix this at his age? Is it safe for him to go through the procedure? Would really appreciate your advice.

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