- Female
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
My dad just had spine surgery but still can't walk. We're really worried and looking for the best spine surgeon in Pune who can help with his recovery. Can you suggest someone experienced with post-surgery complications? It's urgent.
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View allmy 24-year-old sister needs brain surgery for a tumor and they want to do a biopsy first - is this to check if it's cancer? also what kind of long-term effects could the surgery have on someone her age?
Yes, a biopsy is often performed before or during brain tumor surgery to determine if the tumor is cancerous and what type it is. This helps doctors create a treatment plan. Potential long-term effects of brain tumor surgery can include memory loss, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, personality changes, and seizures.
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I've been dealing with canal stenosis for about 18 months now, and my MRI shows an AP dimension of 6.1 mm. My doctor recommended surgery, but I've heard mixed opinions some say to avoid it. Right now, I'm trying homeopathic meds and acupressure. Is surgery really the best option for me? What would you suggest?
With an AP dimension of 6.1 mm in your MRI, and given your history of canal stenosis over 18 months, your doctor's recommendation for surgery is understandable, but it's important to explore all options. While surgical intervention might be necessary, it's also crucial to consider non-surgical treatments and understand the potential risks and benefits of surgery
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I'm looking at my MRI report, and it's saying there's disc desiccation with a mild diffuse disc bulge and posterocentral disc herniation at the l5S1 level, which is causing some indentation on the thecal sac. I'm a bit concerned because I had surgery back in April 2017 for a tumor in my spinal cord. What does all of this mean? Should I be worried about this report in relation to my past surgery?
The MRI report indicates disc desiccation, mild diffuse disc bulge, and posterocentral disc herniation at the l5-S1 level, causing indentation on the thecal sac. The previous surgery in April 2017 was for a tumor in the spinal cord. For the disc issues mentioned in the MRI report, you can take pain relief medications like ibuprofen 400mg three times a day after meals. Additionally, you can use muscle relaxants like tizanidine 2mg at bedtime to help with muscle spasms. Physical therapy and gentle exercises can also be beneficial. If the pain persists, you may need to consult a spine specialist for further evaluation and management.
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