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[FlWC]

Hi all...I'm not sure if you'll remember but, I have posted before on this subject...now I have another question. Or just need advise On my last MRI, it showed a bulging disc (9mm) that was causing "mass effect upon the thecal sac". That was 6/06....I have had 3 epidural's, 1 lumbar facet injection and the nerve burn process. Well after all of that, my doctor tried to prescribe Methadone to me and I just didn't like that at all! So, I let my pm doctor (who is also my primary doctor), I would like a second opinion. My second opinion is a highly recommended neurosurgeon. He reviewed my mri from 06 and sent me for another one before discussing my condition. After getting that mri done, I went back to the neuro and he suggested L5 fusion with the cage. I hate to be long winded but my problem is some days I can't even stand in my shower or walk, but other days the pain isn't quite as bad....I guess, I'm just conflicted!!!! Does anyone else feel like this? ooohhh did I mention the surgery is scheduled for Dec. 20th!!!! HELP, I need something!

[jayne]

mmmmmmmmm are you a red head do you scar execessively...can you deal with the pain now....all questions YOU must answer......red heads tend to scar alot scar tissue there could be awful ask limbo....talk to the doc about your fears....Most people I hear do well....since I am a redhead and do scar a bunch I chose to deal with the pain....at least I can walk altho some days are extra painful....those days I stay in the recliner

[FlWC]

Not a red head...blonde and 34 years old. My quality of life has shrunk!! My life pretty much is work and home...that's about all I can stand. I know it is something for me to decided on...I'm just scared!!

[jayne]

dont be....you go to sleep .....they do the work .....you wake up..... they push drugs you go home and get well........place your faith in God and the Docs and hope for the best....go on over to off topics and play a bit we will make you feel better