Saw a likeable Dr. Regan w/the cool physiatrist Dr. Apostle. Am in the clear. Possible explanations why S-5 dermatome registers pain include nerve root pain (from disc herniation) and disc annular fibers. Drainage of nucleus material not enough to cause scar formation apparently.
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Severe, extensive DDD, considered inoperable by Dr. Regan, Lauressen, & some guy at UCLA. Severe foraminal stenosis (guess they can't operate!) and some spinal cord compression that Lauryssen would fix if gets outta hand.
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