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Follow-up q: extra foraminal disc herniation at l4-l5 level.mild compression of exited l-4 nerve root. would this need surgery?
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Possibly: If u are having pain down your thigh or leg, or weakness in the leg and it is not improving then surgery is an option. However, if this is an MRI DX and you have minor pain, you shouldn't require surgery. Even w/ radicular ( down the leg) pain non- operative treatment should be tried first ( lb exercises, nsaids , epidural steroid injections )...Sometimes if u can " wait it out"... It will go away!
Answered 6/10/2014
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Surgery: If you have completed a proper work-up and have failed a reasonable period of conservative care ( at least 6-8 weeks ) and you are in significant pain that prevents you from doing your normal activities, then surgery is an option to discuss with your doctor. Check out spine-health.Com. However, based on your description, it certainly can get better with conservative care. Good luck.
Answered 2/18/2014
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