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After release from er with spinal issue, 3wk wait for follow up with neurosurgeon. pain increased, loss mobility. should i go back to the er or wait?

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Dr. Abhineet Chowdhary answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Reevaluate: If you have gotten worse, it is prudent to be reevaluated rather than wait and let the problem get worse.

Answered 9/28/2016

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