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What Are Painful Thighs, Knees And Back Post Back Fusion Suggestive Of?

I had back fusion 3 years ago and it has gotten worst and now I also have muscle pain in my thighs and my knees ache any idea where to go from here? Spinal stenois, degenerative disc disease, arthritis is what I was diagnosed with. Would love any suggestion you. Could give me. Thanks...CB
Mon, 18 Feb 2019
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Hi,

It is due to neuropathic pain secondary to nerve compression. As of now you can take drugs like Gabapentin for symptomatic relief.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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What Are Painful Thighs, Knees And Back Post Back Fusion Suggestive Of?

Hi, It is due to neuropathic pain secondary to nerve compression. As of now you can take drugs like Gabapentin for symptomatic relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician