Joined: 11 Apr 2007 Posts: 18 Location: south carolina
Herniated Disk Posted: 04-12-07 06:21am
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.
