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Lumbar spinal stenosis

2016-01-05 08:50:48
Having pain in both legs. Consulted an orthopedist and i could understand that its "Lumbar Spinal stenosis (L-4, L-5)". At the age of 80 years is surgery recommended? Please provide your inputs. Thank you
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Hello lots of things to look for age factor stress Diabetes and hypertension should be ruled out consult orthopedician for further evaluation and treatment In my opinion I don advice you for surgery you can take a second opinion.

Answered2016-01-06 06:41:16

YESNO

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