A member asked:

Spinal stenosis for 2 yrs. ..have developed slight bladder and bowel leakage. lots of trouble walking. wondering if it is worse.

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Spinal stenosis: Yes you are describing what is termed "neurogenic claudication" - this means the stenosis is getting worse. I would see a back surgeon for further evaluation

Answered 10/23/2017

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: I would just recommend you get checked for it. It is not real common, but severe cases of spinal stenosis can cause a condition known as cauda equine syndrome in which bowel and bladder incontinence can occur. Surgery is usually a consideration in those patients.

Answered 4/26/2017

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Urgent: Though it is not an emergency situation, this problem needs to be addressed very soon. There is worsening pressure on the spinal cord. You need to see a spine surgeon.

Answered 9/15/2018

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