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What Doctor Should I See For Spinal Fusion And Back Pain?

HI. I have had a LP Shunt put in from a major spinal fluid leak that could not be closed, I since then have vision problems , bad head aches, and tons of back pain. I was a officer injured in the line of duty. Had a Emerg. Spinal Fusion, the doc accidently nicked the dura. 8 surgeries all together, What kind of doc do I need to search for these latest problems? Neuro, and neuro surgeon, etc. SORRY, I DIDNT KNOW I HAD TO PAY FOR THIS, NO MONEY TO PUT ON DEBIT CARD. THANKS
Mon, 3 Mar 2014
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Hello

Based on your description, the symptoms

I am concerned about your symptoms and I would refer you to a competent neurologist who can order for routine blood test that checks your electrolyte level, vitamin assays and other metabolities. If required, your doctor may advise to do MRI brain and spine.

If neurologist feel there is need for surgery again then you may need to consult neurosurgeon.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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What Doctor Should I See For Spinal Fusion And Back Pain?

Hello Based on your description, the symptoms I am concerned about your symptoms and I would refer you to a competent neurologist who can order for routine blood test that checks your electrolyte level, vitamin assays and other metabolities. If required, your doctor may advise to do MRI brain and spine. If neurologist feel there is need for surgery again then you may need to consult neurosurgeon. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.