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Mri shows l5-s1 lg herniation displacing s1 nerve root. pt thinks tethered nerve, surgical consult. l leg pain/numb/weak. has been 1 yr. surgical?
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Nerve root: Generally there are two options: an ESI (epidural steroid injection) or surgical discectomy. See an orthopedist.
Answered 9/6/2016
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