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Is neuropathy a sign my stenosis is getting worse?

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@debduh11

I was suffering with the same issues as you in my early 50's. I had all of the procedures you talk about and then some. I had a laminectomy for my spinal issue. If I had to make the decision again, I would not have the surgery. My spinal issues are worse now. My neuropathy has also gotten much worse. It started in my toes and now has worked it's way up to my knees. I am now 69 and am suffering with much more pain now then when I started. Good luck and I'm sorry that you are going through this.

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Debduh11, Thanks for your input. It's everyone's stories that is what's so helpful. I think surgery is something to move towards very carefully with lots of cross checking and questioning.

Debduh11 I'm also sorry to hear you had a surgery that you regret and that has caused more discomfort. What's becoming clear is that surgery is a gamble. It seems many people are aware it's something to enter into carefully deploying as many checks and balances on it as possible.
Even with all that it seems some outcomes go better than others. I wish you the best in dealing with your current pain and struggles!
At 58 my neuropathy is making its way up to my knees and occasionally I think in bands up around my thighs as well. It's pretty scary to think where this might go in the coming years. I'll keep looking for solutions and trying to make peace with it. I have more thoughts and inspirations generated from your response but I can't articulate them just yet so I'll work on it. Thanks again.