Ewa Beach, HI
A 43-year-old male asked:
Failed back surgery resulting in major stress and anxiety. in a depression and suffering from anxiety. not normal for me. is this permanent? meds?
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Dr. Bernard Seifanswered
Clinical Psychology 42 years experience
Sorry to hear about: Your continued back pain. You may benefit from the books of john sarnom, md. He specializes in back pain from a psychological point of view. Peace and good health. Anxiety may be an adjustment reaction, which resolves over time but you can help it along w/therapy. Peace and good health.
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Dr. Sheila Liewald commented
undefined 16 years experience
Try acupuncture. It's very gentle and effective for pain and anxiety.
May 6, 2014
Last updated Sep 28, 2016
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