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I have had a failed lamectomy at l4/l5 l5/s1 and i have l5 lateral recess that was not corrected. my current symptomns are left calf pain and bi lateral hamstring pain. i have experienced sexual dysfunction. i have a herniation at l2/l3. one doctor reco

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Too complicated: I think you need to see your surgeon or seek a second / third opinion. Possibly a pain specialist.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/28/2012

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