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I am suffering from Spinal stenosis on D11-D12-L1 since last 10 years. Due to this I have weakness in both legs. I have also numbness in feet. I have problem in dorsiflexion and aversion of feet due to nerve weakness. So I can not up my feet like foot drop. I am taking medicine regularly but no relief. Dr. told for surgery. Please tell me risk of surgery.
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Sir, since you already have onset of neurological compromise, it is better to undergo surgery as soon as possible to get some benefit.
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Dear condition you mentioned must be specify. Grades mild a moderate severe. Up to certain extent Pt usually tolerant. Unless motor power-bowl-bladder dysfunction ensue. In your Case motor as well as sensory affected. Now other two I had mentioned are likely to be see in onwards progression. You're going to get Best results with minimal invasive surgery hopefully.
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