She sneezed one morning; by the next day, she couldn’t walk: Delhi ortho surgeon reveals chilling case of a 29-year-old who ignored subtle signs
Published on: Oct. 21, 2025, 7:29 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
A 29-year-old woman experienced sudden paralysis after a simple sneeze, revealing a massive slipped disc compressing her spinal cord. Initially dismissed as minor discomfort, her symptoms escalated rapidly, leaving her unable to walk. Dr. Ubaidur Rahman, orthopedic and sports surgeon at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, shared the case on Instagram to warn about ignoring subtle body signals. The incident highlights the importance of timely medical attention and listening to ones body.
