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I have disc protrusion 2 years i dnt have back pain and leg pain now days i feel numbness on hand when i sitting in floor. do i need surgery?

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Dr. Mark Dickson answered

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It depends: The decision to recommend surgery is multifactorial and you would be best served by seeing your physician to start working through the causes of your symptoms.

Answered 4/8/2016

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A member asked:

I have disc protrusion 2 years i dnt have back pain and leg pain now days i feel numbness on hand when i sitting in floor. do i need surgery?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Dickson answered

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