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I have herniated disk l5 s1, weakness in left foot. since wed. i want to urinate after emptying bladder now i have, diahreoa and pain in left side, is?
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Be seen: You would want to be seen to make sure this is not a variant of cauda equine syndrome, which is considered an indication for surgery; and also be checked for other associated conditions.
Answered 12/21/2016
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