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2026-05-29 16:46:43
Doctor suggested surgery for spinal canal diameters in mm L4-L5 is 3.5 Patient age 70 years had issue of diabetesthyroid and bp , also . Is there any other option to avoid surgery?
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Depends on the complaints and the severity But 3.5 mm canal diameter is too small Normal diameter is more than 10mm

Answered2026-05-30 09:13:23

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Please share the scan films… And also tell if he/she has any numbness or weakness and how severe is the pain? Any bowel/bladder issues?

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Consult me

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What are symptoms? Share mri film?

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