I've had a PIVD L4L5 L5S1 prolapse with sciatic nerve compression since 2013 and now my left foot has reduced sensation should I consider surgery and what are the success rates for this procedure

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Pls send your recent MRI picture ..Also we need to examine you in person for any neurological deficit...we have to consider all these things before opting for surgery

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Answered 14/08/2025

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My dad is 59 and has had sciatica pain from a slipped disc between L4-L5 for 10 years. Doctors recommended surgery but said it might not last and could have lifelong risks, so we stuck with physio and meds. Now he's getting numbness and pain in his leg and fingers. Should we consider surgery now or keep trying physio and meds?

New numbness and worsening sciatica after long-term conservative care may indicate nerve compression‚Äîsurgical decompression may now offer better relief and prevent damage.

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Had cervical spine laminectomy surgery 8 months ago and still dealing with neck and shoulder pain when turning my head. My post-surgery MRI report shows everything's fine but the discomfort won't go away. Could this be normal healing or something I should worry about?

ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

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Is pituitary surgery safe and what would be the cost? Can my condition be treated with medicines or is surgery necessary? I'm worried about the risks and want to understand my options better

Ranges between 65k-1.5L inr from hsptl to hsptl.

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