my wife aged 24, is a pregnant at 23rd week. she is facing back pain from last 3 weeks. The impression of mri scan shows, disc degeneration with posterior disc extrusion at L5/S1 level causing compression on the epidural fat,right traversing nerve root with significant narrowing of the spinal canal..... One ortho has suggested the surgery immediately, but another ortho has told her to have bed rest, since she is carrying. Presently my wife does not have any urine problem or weakness, but she has got lower back ache, right thigh pain and not able to walk properly. she had a miscarriage on her first pregnancy. My query is, is it better to have a bed rest now or to go for a surgery?
Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Disc degeneration can lead to nerve pressure and damage. If she is not having any neurological deficit or any bladder or bowel complaints, then she can take bed rest and get the surgery done in post delivery period. However, if any of these symptoms appear, then she should get the surgery done immediately. Hope you found the answer helpful. Chat Doctor. 