"Severe" intraforaminal stenosis

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I have this on two levels.

Does this mean that surgery is a must? My sense is that if no surgery, the osteophytes could "bite" on the nerve and cause permanent damage. As I have facet arthrosis, I guess fusion's maybe the best option. Will see Regan in a few days.

So my question is that if "severe", is surgery a *must* sooner than later?

Weird, I'm in pain but functional and can sit with meds.

Thanks, Allan