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Should i be going to a back specialist. had epidual. back still hurting?

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Dr. Greg Khounganian answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: If pain management is not helping you should see a spine surgeon to further evaluate the cause of your pain. If epidurals are not helping you may need something more to treat your pain, possibly surgery.

Answered 9/18/2013

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