Question 1

I've been dealing with really bad pain in my back, thighs, and legs along with headaches. I got two spine injections but they didn't help at all. Now the doctor is suggesting spine surgery as the last option. Is surgery really necessary or are there other treatments I could try first?

Accepted Answer

While surgery might be the next step after injections haven't provided relief, it's worth exploring other treatment options before committing to it. Non-surgical treatments like physical therapy, pain management techniques, and lifestyle adjustments should be considered. A second opinion from a spine specialist could also be beneficial to ensure all available options are explored.

Question 2

I've been diagnosed with L4-L5 bulging and a minor S1 fracture, and they're saying it's spondylitis and recommending surgery. How serious is this? Should I be worried about long-term effects if I don't get the surgery? Are there other treatment options I could try first?

Accepted Answer

Spondylitis with L4-L5 bulging disc and S1 fracture may require surgery if conservative treatments (like physical therapy, medications, or spinal injections) fail. Surgery may help reduce long-term complications, but you should explore non-surgical options first.

Question 3

My mom has been dealing with a disc bulge at L4-L5 for the past 3 months. She tried traction and other treatments, but there's no improvement. For the last 56 days, she's been experiencing numbness in her right leg and severe back pain. The doctor recommended surgery, but we want a second opinion before going ahead. What would you suggest?

Accepted Answer

Neurosurgery opinion is advised and surgery is advised to the patient.

What's the medical term for water buildup in the spine and what symptoms should I watch out for? How serious can this get and are there any treatments that help? Also, if surgery is needed, which hospitals in India are best for this procedure? It's urgent.

The medical term for water buildup in the spinal cord is syringomyelia, a condition where a fluid-filled cyst (syrinx) forms within the spinal cord. If you suspect you have this condition, seek immediate medical attention as it can cause serious neurological problems

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I've been dealing with really bad pain in my back, thighs, and legs along with headaches. I got two spine injections but they didn't help at all. Now the doctor is suggesting spine surgery as the last option. Is surgery really necessary or are there other treatments I could try first?

I've been diagnosed with L4-L5 bulging and a minor S1 fracture, and they're saying it's spondylitis and recommending surgery. How serious is this? Should I be worried about long-term effects if I don't get the surgery? Are there other treatment options I could try first?

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