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Does Having Nerve Root Compression Cause Trouble In Conceiving?

Hi, My name is Zahra Rehmani - 24 yrs old. I got married 4 months ago and recently diagnosed with L5 -s1, L3 - L4, slipped disc issues. I am also facing a problem in my neck C4 -C5-C6 some sought of cervical prob. My left leg is continuously numb for about a month now. I think that is because of the slight nerve root compression. I am planning to get pregnant soon. Will this effect my baby or my back? My backache is unbearable and I am on bed rest for abt 3 months now. Pls suggest
Tue, 20 Jun 2017
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hi there, I will suggest you the best possible treatment options.

I will suggest you to consult with an orthopaedic or spine surgeon first. Take medical treatment and proper physiotherapy, once the things are under control then plan for pregnancy.

As pregnancy is condition associated with weight gain , calcium consumption and laxity of joints and ligaments,please be sure of getting your present condition treated before you plan to get pregnant.

As such , your present condition will not have any effect on the baby. So do not worry about it. Please start with preconception doses of vitamin B 12 and Folic acid supplementation. This will help to prevent various complications during pregnancy and delivery.

I hope this answer helps you.
Thanks.
Dr. Purushottam Neurgankar.
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Does Having Nerve Root Compression Cause Trouble In Conceiving?

hi there, I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. I will suggest you to consult with an orthopaedic or spine surgeon first. Take medical treatment and proper physiotherapy, once the things are under control then plan for pregnancy. As pregnancy is condition associated with weight gain , calcium consumption and laxity of joints and ligaments,please be sure of getting your present condition treated before you plan to get pregnant. As such , your present condition will not have any effect on the baby. So do not worry about it. Please start with preconception doses of vitamin B 12 and Folic acid supplementation. This will help to prevent various complications during pregnancy and delivery. I hope this answer helps you. Thanks. Dr. Purushottam Neurgankar.