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Symptoms vary greatly depending on the position of the herniated disc and the size of the herniation.

• Lower backache
• Burning, tingling and numbness that radiates from the buttocks into the leg and sometimes into the foot.
• Difficulty standing or walking
• Numbness and tingling around the anus or genitals
• Pain with movement, straining, coughing, or doing leg raises
• Difficulty controlling bowel movements or bladder function
  
  

- A full physical examination will be conducted by the doctor to see if the patient is in good health to undertake the surgery.
- The patient’s medical history is thoroughly studied so as to avoid any complications from arising during or after the surgery.
- Medications such as blood thinners, are advised to be stopped, a week before the surgery is due to take place.
- The patient is required to fast for a minimum of 8 hours before the surgery.

- It is performed through an incision down the center of the back over the area of the herniated disc. During this procedure, a portion of the lamina may be removed.
- A small opening is made between the two vertebrae to gain access to the herniated disc.
- After the disc is removed through a discectomy, the spine may need to be stabilized. Spinal fusion is often performed in conjunction with a laminotomy.

Maintain correct posture when sitting and standing.
Preventing wounds from infection.
Physiotherapy and active guided movement of that area.
Balanced nutritious dense diet.
Maintain a healthy weight.

There is a slight risk of damaging nerves or the spine during surgery.
Infection, and the chance that the surgery may not relieve your symptoms. 

There is a chance that you may get new symptoms in the future.