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I has an mri and found out i have a tumor, a cyst, scoliosis and multiple bulging discs and sciatica should i take pain meds?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Depends: Many of the conditions you have described can cause pain and limitation in your function and using pain medication to great this pain is certainly one alternative to treat your symptoms. I would encourage you to be seen by a specialist to discuss your diagnosis in more detail and then your treatment options in more detail. Thank you for your question.
Answered 12/29/2022
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Ask your Doctor: If epidural steroid injection is OK to do. Sometimes it is sometimes its too risky. Depends on your situation.
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