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I go to hosp tomorrow to be checked over after my discectomy 2 weeks ago that's left me in more pain on the other side of my body. what can i expect ?
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Dr. checks healing: The doctor will check the surgery area to see if the healing looks usual for being 2 weeks out from the procedure (and that there's no infection nor excessive inflammation at the site). He'll assess the amount of pain and tenderness present, and make recommendations on the exercises and mobility allowed. Also, he'll look to see why the other side hurts, which could be from muscle, nerve, or both.
Answered 12/9/2013
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