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What Causes Degenerative Spine?
I would like to know what specialist I need . My doctor says that my spine has degenerated duew to age and its touching a nerve. with a result I am getting acute pain in the lower half of my body. I am 72 years old and my weight is 58 Kg and height 5 ft 3 inches. otherewise I have no health problem
Wed, 22 Jul 2020
Hello,
It is nothing but an age related thinning and erosion of the spine. In most cases conservative treatment will be enough. You can consult a spine specialist for expert opinion.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
It is nothing but an age related thinning and erosion of the spine. In most cases conservative treatment will be enough. You can consult a spine specialist for expert opinion.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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