Herniated disc
I went to my doctor on thursday with loss of feeling in my lower back and groin. He gave me Vicodin flexirel and a slip for phsical therapy, and showed me various stretches to help. No change in pain or feeling loss on monday and my doctor was on vacation. Went to ER. Given an MRI and admitted with herniated disc that was impimging on the nerve. Was operated on the next day. Neuro surgeon said that I should have come in straight away, and because the nerve had been impinged for four days there was no guarantee that I will ever recover feeling in certain ares. These areas affect sphincter control, bladder control, and sensitivity to penis and left testicle.
I am a 45 year old man, and I am not looking forward to the rest of my life with the prospect of the odd accident in my underwear and certainly not looking forward to reduced sensitivity during sex to the extent that it isn't even enjoyable. My doctor should have sent me to have an MRI immediately. Do you think that I may have a course of action here?
Re: Herniated disc
I defended a couple medical malpractice cases with this same fact scenario. You will not have a problem finding a neurosurgeon to testify that you suffered permanent damage that will continue to be permanent. Furthermore, you will not have a problem finding a family doctor to testify that your family doctor should have sent you in for an MRI. Loss of feeling is a huge red flag. I have a fabulous medical malpractice attorney to recommend to you if you want a name.
Re: Herniated disc
I defended a couple medical malpractice cases with this same fact scenario. You will not have a problem finding a neurosurgeon to testify that you suffered permanent damage that will continue to be permanent. Furthermore, you will not have a problem finding a family doctor to testify that your family doctor should have sent you in for an MRI. Loss of feeling is a huge red flag. I have a fabulous medical malpractice attorney to recommend to you if you want a name.
