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I had a decompressive lamenectomy c3-c7 in 1996. recently i've been diagnosed with post lamenectomy syndrome & cervical spinal stenosis. lots of pain?

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The: Anatomy have changed and progressed, giving you now pain, options may include surgery, injections or stimulator. Recommend pain management or surgeon consult, .

Answered 7/4/2020

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