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I Have Persistant Bilateral Neuralgia Which Feels Like Sparklers In
I have persistant bilateral neuralgia which feels like sparklers in my legs when lye down. Is worse when I sit down or bend. My life has been severely restricted to driving short 20 min intervals. I lye preferably or walk for 20 mins some mornings, sit against stool to try and be normal occasionally. I am on Lyrica 150mg BD and take a turmeic based antiinflsmmatory and magnesium. I also take natural autoimmune formula for Hadhimotos. I get a lot of muscle spasm. I have had a lateral recess decompression on L4-S1 which had reduced some numbness but not resolved inability to sit for long periods. MRI shows L4/ S1 central disc bulge with annular tear. The disc material indents the thecal sac but does not markedly compressS1 nerve root . Disc dehyration and disc bulge noted at L4/L5 and L5/S1. Mild facet joint O A noted between L3/L4 and L5/SI. My surgeon is now suggesting a disc replacement at L4/L5 and Fusion at disc below. I just want my life back! i am an ex nurse n Naturopath. Your thoughts?
Thu, 7 Apr 2016
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I Have Persistant Bilateral Neuralgia Which Feels Like Sparklers In