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My thigh to my knee is in so much pain. last october i had thoracic surgery on t7-8; 8-9, 9-10. have scs implant for l4-5, s1?

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New symptoms : If you have new symptoms contact your surgeon , do not delay.

Answered 12/19/2012

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