i would like to know opinions about what kind of surgery to have on my lumbar spine. i have spinal stenosis and a couple of herniated discs.

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I had back surgery back in december. A lumbar decompression due to spinal stenosis at l4-l5 level. I also have a bulging disc at the same level that they did a microdisectomy on. I continue to have severe burning pain down my right leg all the way to my

Answer 1

Spinal surgery: The most common surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis is laminectomy which removes bone from the spine to remove pressure from the nerves. Depending on your particular imaging studies and symptoms you may need something different such as discectomy or fusion.

Answer 2

No: Back sugery shouldn't elevate your blood pressure.

Answer 3

Unlikely: Previous back surgery should have no effect on blood pressure during pregnancy or any other time for that matter. It more likely related to pregnancy and should be discussed with the OB doctor.

Answer 4

Probably not: In younger women congestive dysmenorrhea can be very severe just before and the first 1-2 days of the cycle. If the symptoms are so severe consider using oral contraceptives which will relieve the symptoms. Talk to your gynecologist about it.

Answer 5

Multi-Modal approach: Here are many non surgical options of things to try to reduce pain or improve function before moving on to surgery. -ice -nsaids -nutritional supplements that reduce inflammation -good hydration -reducing caffeine -knee braces -knee compression sleeves -physical therapy & exercise -cortisone injections -lubricant injections (hylauronic acid) -avoiding lots of stairs or ladders -accupuncture.

Answer 6

Call or go back VA: If the medication is not working, i'm sure the prescribing doctor wants to know. Call the doctor or go back to the va to get re-evaluated for possibly another treatment regimen. Depending on what was given, sometimes it takes more than 1 day to feel better but if you are concerned, definitely go back.

Answer 7

Give it time or: If it is a "pulled muscle" it will get better over time with some local heat applications and rest by restriction of activity. If the pain is severe, an x-ray should be done to rule out a compression fracture as even men as they age can get fragile or osteoporotic bones. Then the treatment would be the same with some additional options as directed by a spine specialist.

Answer 8

Too many causes: Honestly there are far too many possible causes to list. Thats what a doctor does when they ask you all the questions so they can figure out the cause. See your doctor to get at the cause. Some causes are simple and some more difficult to figure out. The internet can help with information but not with diagnosis. Good luck.

Answer 9

Most likely not back: More likely due to a problem within the abdominal region such as a gallbladder issue or possible ulcer. An inflamed appendix could also present this way. It could also be renal or kidney related like a stone or infection or even a sign of an aortic aneurysm. Back pain usually does not present this way unless tumor or infection. Get checked.

i would like to know opinions about what kind of surgery to have on my lumbar spine. i have spinal stenosis and a couple of herniated discs.

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