Friday 19 February 2016

Don't fear surgery!

As Spine Surgeon I am accustomed to people being scared of surgery.The moment we suggest surgery to a patient,there is a sense of shock and unease on the face of the patient.This unnecessary fear is actually without logic.First of all surgery is suggested only as a last option and after all other options have been used.And it is suggested when in our view the patient has the best chance of recovering from debilitating pain affecting every day life.Yes in doubt,patients must seek second opinion but we must get over this unfounded fear of surgery.

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