Hi I've had a lot of epidurals, some did absolutely nothing, some helped tremendously. I have had problems and extensive surgery on all levels just about. Also epidurals before and after surgery. I do have endocrinology issues with making steroids and always need a stress dose to get me through any anesthesia. So i am a little different.
I was fortunate that for my first surgery, when i went for a second opinion , it was the same as the first. Sorry that was not the case with you. Maybe you need another opinion.
I do agree with Maria and i too would try an epidural before jumping into surgery.
judy
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2007 ACDF 4-7
2008 hip , knee scope, hip replacement
2009 thoracic T-5 thru T-11fusion
2009 VATS T7-8, posterior only T11-12. removal of thoracic hard wear
2010 lung surgery
2010 T2-L2 kyphosis correction
2010 Kyphoplasty T-3, T-4
2011 Cervical osteotomy ,revision C4-T5
2011 Foot surgery
2011 Revision fusion T7 thru L4/laminectomy
2012 Hammertoe correction left foot
2012 Revision fusion T-12 thru L5
2012 Revision fusion L4-L5
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