- male
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
My dad has been diagnosed with a disc problem in his spine and the doctor said he might need surgery and complete bed rest. I need a medical certificate for his condition to apply for my job transfer how do I go about getting this from a doctor?
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U try from orthopaedic doctor
Dr. Kamran Suggests...
Consult a Neurosurgeon
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My MRI report shows diffuse disc bulge at L4-L5 and L5-S1 with foraminal protrusion, annular tears, and nerve compression. The canal is narrowed to 9.4mm at L5-S1. Can this be managed with physiotherapy and exercise, or is surgery necessary? I'm worried about the nerve compression and whether conservative treatment would be enough.
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