A member asked:

Post op triple by pass with sciatica pain what can we do for my mom ?

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Depends: Options depend on how long ago she had bypass surgery and if she is on blood thinners. Narcotics are always an option, but she may be a candidate for injections too. If she is on blood thinners and can't stop them, it will be medications and conservative treatments such as pt.

Answered 7/29/2013

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Talk to Cardiologist: If cardiac bypass was recent, you may need advice from the cardiologist regarding what treatments are OK to do. If possible you may be a candidate for an epidural steroid injection based on your doctor's recommendation. Otherwise some newer therapies like stem cell injections or non-steroidal injections might be an option, though they are not covered by insurance.

Answered 7/8/2014

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