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I have severe back pain, several me i'd, and xrays. sacrilization, bulging disks, and slipped disks. all the va does is medicate me and told me i'm not a candidate for surgery. it's hard to work out to lose weight and i don't know what to do. losing hope.
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Get a second opinion: There is no harm in getting a second opinion to help explore other options - perhaps a back surgeon or neurosurgeon. Don't lose hope - good luck.
Answered 3/11/2017
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