<s>[INST] I have a bulging disk lower back.tried steroid injections.did not help. and in constant pain.dr going to try eperderal injection. will this help.... if it doesn t help surgery is suggested which I really dont want...but my life is controlled around pain..... [/INST] Hello,Thank you for using healthcare magic.I read your question and understood your concern.I think you should try the epidural injection and then if it does not work, you should do the surgery.I wish you quick recovery.Dr. Selmani </s>