Mark:
Wouldn't it be wonderful if there were solid statistics and clear variables which determine outcomes? I fully understand Diane's position; in fact, your report of what Regan had to say was a bit alarming for me. As you know, I, too, had a large extrusion (but not as large as Diane's); I have done the conservative route for 6 years; there has been significant resorption and yet I am still struggling with symptoms and the issue of surgery. And yet, your informed advice must be really difficult to ignore...
Whichever course Diane chooses, I wish her all success and relief.
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