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2 discetomies of l4/l5 in 2008. symptoms again, but most of pain suddenly stopped, but crotch semi-numbness remains. is this bad with no pain anymore?
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Numbness: Perineal numbness is never a good sign. With your spinal history I would highly recommend seeing your primary care doctor.
Answered 4/29/2015
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