I do believe that my bulged disc finally gave out.

RTgirl2011

I have a bulged disc at L5-S1. I think I finally blew it out. I have had a sudden onset of lower back pain and nerve pain that runs down into my left hip. I am going to call my surgeon today. I was just in his office a few weeks ago discussing and joking about me, blowing discs out since I seem to do it so well. Honestly a little part me just wants to get the darn thing fixed but I also don't want to get another surgery cause I know I will be getting another fusion. Then I will be fused at three levels. At least I am already on disability so I wont have to struggle with money so much if I do end up having something done. Just needed to vent my frustrations.

KarenD

I understand your frustration. After one surgery I seemed to be feeling better and after about the 6 week mark everything started heading south, and that lead me to fusion. It really sucks.

JamesD

That does sound very unfortunate. Good luck with it getting better and hopefully avoiding any surgery.

RTgirl2011

After having 5 surgeries on my back before the age of 33, I believe I have become a pro at this pain thing. Yes, it does suck. I am supposed to be go in for SCS trial here in a few weeks. I don't want anything to mess it up, especially not another fusion. Now, I just have to sit and wait for the nurse to call me back, which could take a week.