Do I need surgery for slip disc?

2026-01-03 07:14:23
Hi doctors, I have slip disc in L5-S1 and I have consulted atleast 10 doctors and some of them have suggested not to go for surgery and some have told like it's severe compression and needs surgery, as of now I'm not having much pain in my back and leg, only if I walk more little pain I feel in leg, I attached MRI please any suggestions? And it's 9.8 sqmm
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Epidural steroid with Physiotherapy If pain persist Dan surgery needed

Answered2026-01-06 17:41:11

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You have disc bulge at 3 different levels. Try going for physiotherapy like Lumbar traction or TENS along with LS belt even then if pain persist consult your nearest Orthopaedic Surgeon

Answered2026-01-04 20:30:02

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If not much pain, than no surgery But if much pain starts, than go for surgery

Answered2026-01-03 09:35:49

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Based on your MRI and symptoms, surgery is not mandatory at present. Even if the L5–S1 disc shows significant narrowing on imaging, the decision for surgery depends more on symptoms than scan measurements. Since you have only mild leg pain on prolonged walking, no severe back pain, no weakness, numbness, or bladder/bowel issues, conservative management is appropriate. Many disc prolapses look severe on MRI but remain clinically stable or improve over time. Surgery is usually advised only if there is progressive neurological weakness, intolerable leg pain despite treatment, or red-flag symptoms. Regular follow-up and symptom monitoring are key.

Answered2026-01-07 07:13:58

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Go for TFESI/Selective nerve root block

Answered2026-01-04 11:02:22

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Need Clinical Examination, Visit Nearest Orthopedic Surgeon ( Spine Surgeon)

Answered2026-01-03 11:41:20

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