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What Causes Pain In The Neck And Back Despite Having Discectomy And Laminectomy?
Hi, curious. I am 54. Had discectomy laminectomy at 31yrs old. Ruptured disc. Zero accident. Doctor noted several discs moved but not a issue. Last 6-7 years MRIs show discs from neck to lumbar bulging, inward outward. Bone spurs. Reason for MRIs was I complained of neck and back pain. Right arm is tingling, ring and middle finger numb. Dropping things. Doctor seems unconcerned and dismissive. Pain is unbearable. I am in Phy/therapy couple times a year last 4 yrs.What type of specialist should I go to.
As you are already underwent discectomy and laminectomy at the age of 31 but now as present MRI shows disc bulging. For that, I will suggest you to consult with spine surgeon or neurosurgeon with reports.
All other symptoms like tingling and numbness are because of the nerve compression. For that, I will suggest you to take tablet naloxone, tablet Pregaba NT and do bone marrow density test after neurosurgeon opinion.
Along with that, I will suggest you to continue physiotherapy as advised. Take calcium rich diet and you can also use lumbar belt after consultation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale
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What Causes Pain In The Neck And Back Despite Having Discectomy And Laminectomy?
Hello, As you are already underwent discectomy and laminectomy at the age of 31 but now as present MRI shows disc bulging. For that, I will suggest you to consult with spine surgeon or neurosurgeon with reports. All other symptoms like tingling and numbness are because of the nerve compression. For that, I will suggest you to take tablet naloxone, tablet Pregaba NT and do bone marrow density test after neurosurgeon opinion. Along with that, I will suggest you to continue physiotherapy as advised. Take calcium rich diet and you can also use lumbar belt after consultation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale