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I'm scheduled for microdiscectomy,the neurosurgeon said that i dont have other option because the spinal canal is closed completely,is there other way?

Q: i'm scheduled for microdiscectomy,the neurosurgeon said that i dont have other option because the spinal canal is closed completely,is there other way?

Maybe: If a disc rupture, might dessicate &amp; shrink over 8-9 months but if causing progressive pain weakness atrophy and bladder issues, surgery maybe best approach

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Maybe: If a disc rupture, might dessicate & shrink over 8-9 months but if causing progressive pain weakness atrophy and bladder issues, surgery maybe best approach

Dr Harte and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/10/2015

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A member asked:

I'm scheduled for microdiscectomy,the neurosurgeon said that i dont have other option because the spinal canal is closed completely,is there other way?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Harte and 2 doctors agreed

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