((((((((((((((Judith))))))))))))).
First off, you should kiss your neuro for referring you to a nsg! I have lived as a nsg patient all my life, and I know that almost never happens. Most of them have enormous egos and won't admit to being out of their league, but they can only treat symptoms, so he would give you something for pain (and to dope you up, no doubt), and you'd probably get worse over time. Only a nsg can tell you whether you'll benefit from surgery or not, and what to expect from it. Please make the appt right away, and good luck!
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