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@grandmar

Good Morning!

I went to the neurologist and neurosurgeon this week. The purpose of this visit was to review tests to see if they could determine why I have neuropathy.
Long story short, my neurosurgeon can do surgery to help me be able to walk for longer periods of time.
There is a slight chance that if I were to have the surgery, the pain may reoccur.
For the first time in over a decade, I am pain free (except for the usual aches and pains of getting older)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My husband and I discussed this (as a possibility before the appointment) and decided that I am NOT willing to take the chance.
Being pain free is more important to me than being able to walk longer distances!
However, the neurosurgeon thinks there is more going on in my spine causing all this.
He has me going for another test and in 2 weeks we will go over ALL the reesults of ALL the tests and the neurologist and neurosurgeon will consult.
To be continued......

Happy days!
Ronnie (GRANDMAr)

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@grandmar
I'm so glad you posted an update. I appreciate your persistence in looking for answers. You are wise to seek opinions and evaluate what is best for you. I can understand your reluctance to do anything that might result in more pain.

Do you mind sharing what type of test you will be having next?