[dshobbies]

Hi KA and welcome to the forum,

Four months on a/b is something all ADR recipientres are concerned with. Infection is a possibility with any implant, knee, hip, disc... We've had interesting discussions about taking a/b prior to dental work because of the bacteria in your mouth being released into your body. Some do, some don't.

However you've been through that and are now gun shy which is to be expected.

If you don't have a current MRI, it's probably time to get one. You have unidentified issues. Also, all doctors are not created equal. If you're happy with your current spine surgeon, go back to him/her or if not, seek other opinions. It might also be a good time to find a pain management specialist for meds more suitable to your circumstances.

Funny that you're afraid of becoming paralyzed. I was too. Truth is, I'm sure it can happen but I haven't read of anyone with disc problems suffering that consequence.

My best to you, Dale