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When to Call OSC Immediately

Please call OSC immediately if you experience any of the following :

Fever above 101.5 degrees F (taken twice, four hours apart)
Red or Inflamed tissue around incision site
Pus, discharge or foul odor from incision site
Extreme sleepiness, grogginess or confusion
Severe nausea or vomiting
Inability to urinate (12 hours) or have a bowel movement (after several days)
Patient suffers a fall at home
Severe pain

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Orthopaedic & Spine Center Patient Testimonial

Physician – Dr. Carlson I am Susan Evans from Williamsburg, VA. I was 55 years old when I had my spinal decompression and fusion of discs L4 and L5, performed by surgeon Jeffrey Carlson. My recovery has been nothing short of stunning. On March 31, 2011, I fell while out of town. Looking up from… Read more »

- Susan Evans – Spine Surgery

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When to Call OSC Immediately

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