Joined: 11 Apr 2007 Posts: 21 Location: south carolina
Herniated Disk Posted: 04-11-07 18:27pm
I am a 42 y.o. physical fit militray man
recently diagnosed with a herniated disk.
I Have been having severe symptoms for the
last 3 1/2 wks to include: radiating pain
down both legs, trouble walking because of
severe pain in the joints, pain associated
with sneezing, coughing, blowing my nose,
laughing, and numbness/tingling in the
buttocks. My doctors have had me to try
all non surgial treatments to include a
steroid and a anti-imflamatory shot in
both arms. My newest symptons are now
numbness/tingling leading all the way up
to the "penis". I am scheduled for a
Epidural Steriod Injection (ESI) in 2 long
wks from today. My question would be,
what other symptoms could I develop
waiting 2 more wks to get this ESI
completed? I do have control of my
bladder/bowel but it is now harder to
urinate and I do have pain with my
"stool". Thanx for any advice.
