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Why have i been referred to see a neurologist when my mri scan showed a prolapsed disc on the same disc i had surgery on, nearly two years ago?
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Neurologist : Perhaps there is something on the MRI or some symptom you have that your doctor thinks needs addressed with a neurologist.
Answered 1/28/2015
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Recurrent disc protrusion: Disc protrusion's can recur even after surgery. You can also develop problems with fibrosis following surgery.
Answered 3/22/2015
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