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Leg/back pain/foot drop.emg norm.mri l5s1 protusion.consult wont treat/sending me nuero.gp says disc is issue\drop is failed nerve block.i agree.what next? how can i convince consult to treat disc?

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??: Not sure i'm understanding your question. If you have a protruding l5s1 disk and are being sent to a neurologist, it sounds like you are bring treated. Certainly, foot drop is nothing to ignore. If your doctor does, look elsewhere for treatment.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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