Question 1

post surgery for peroneal tendon sublux, tendons still snap - more painful. possible to ablate sensory nerve going to tendons to avoid repeat surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not good idea : While it is theoretically possible to ablate the sensory nerves, that would definitely not be a good idea.  These are the nerves that supply sensation to your lateral foot and are important to protect your foot from injury.  Better to get problem taken care of, consider a second opinion as well.

Question 2

do most ent's do the laser co2 thing to ablate tonsil crypts without surgery?

Accepted Answer

Laser CO2 tonsil: Laser co2 tonsillectomy is by definition surgery.  What may differ, depending on the surgeon is whether they perform laser tonsillectomy under general anesthesia or under local anesthesia with sedation. Most ent's use electrocautery, bipolar, harmonic scalpel or radiofrequency (coblation) for tonsillectomy.

Question 3

can a roux en y surgery be reversed?

Accepted Answer

Technically yes: The surgery can be technically reversed, but may not improve symptoms or be recommended. Talk to a general surgeon who specializes in gastric bypass or obesity surgery.

Question 4

pouch surgery in ulcerative coitis y doesn't it work on everybody?

Accepted Answer

Indication 4 surgery: Pouch creation and successful performance in ulcerative colitis patients truly shows the "art" of medical/surgical care. If you have been told by your surgical team that you are not ready, or not a candidate for a pouch, then okay to ask more questions of that team. It is better to stay with an ileostomy than proceed too fast to a pouch. Many factors can derail your ultimate success.

Question 5

6yrsvicodin 4qday sciatica fromback surgery.trying to figure out y my anxiety keeps getting worse/daily. never taken more than4qday! can this b cause?

Accepted Answer

See below: Current stressors like your surgery, impaired sleep due to pain, possible reduced workload or other changes in your life can bring on anxiety. You may also have had a preexisting anxiety condition that has broken through with tolerance to the opioid med. You may try other tx like cognitive behavioral therapy, exercise, stretch or manual tx: chiropractic care. Check w/ your Dr. about the symptoms.

Question 6

generall y hoe much does it cost to get an oral and maxillofacial surgery done ?

Accepted Answer

Wide variation: Depends on what needs to be done and where. Could be anywhere from 10k and up.

Question 7

is eye surgery for a 93 y.o.?

Accepted Answer

Age: As long as patient is healthy enough for sedation, age is not a significant factor when deciding on surgical intervention.  I have operated on several healthy patients over 100 years old.

Question 8

what is sling surgery?

Accepted Answer

Procedure: It is a simply outpatient procedure for stress urinary incontinence. Consist in placing a plastic mesh material under the urethra to provide support. Well tolerated procedure with high success rate.

Question 9

what is elective surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not urgent: Surgery that is not urgent. For example a gun shot wound needs to be operated on right away. A knee replacement, though, important can be scheduled ahead of time, electively.

Question 10

what is selective surgery?

Accepted Answer

Elective perhaps?: Elective surgery is a surgery you want to be done without a medical indication. Plastic surgery falls into this category.

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Post surgery for peroneal tendon sublux, tendons still snap - more painful. possible to ablate sensory nerve going to tendons to avoid repeat surgery?

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Do most ent's do the laser co2 thing to ablate tonsil crypts without surgery?

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Can a roux en y surgery be reversed?

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Pouch surgery in ulcerative coitis y doesn't it work on everybody?

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6yrsvicodin 4qday sciatica fromback surgery.trying to figure out y my anxiety keeps getting worse/daily. never taken more than4qday! can this b cause?

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Generall y hoe much does it cost to get an oral and maxillofacial surgery done ?

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Is eye surgery for a 93 y.o.?

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What is elective surgery?

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What is selective surgery?

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