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Hi, From past 4 days I had pain in my back, could not stand and seat for long. I showed to a ortho doctor and underwent MRI scan. They said I have small disc bulge and need to take physiotherapy and on medication. Is this normal for 40+ old, can I be normal and participate in sports like cycling and badminton. I know I should not do anything till a

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First thing to asses is for nerve root compression. Does your MRI shows nerve compression? Primarily medicine and physiotherapy should be started for 3-4 weeks. Some people get benefited by these onl ... Read More

Hi dr. My MRI says Broad Base diffuse disc bulge is observed at L4-5 & L5-S1 levels producing extradural compression over ventral aspect of the cal sac but not compressing lateral nerve roots. Can you pls explain what it means and how it can be treated?

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L4l5 disc bulge and left paracentral disc protusion with broad base at l5s1 with left compression and right paracentral disc protusion with broad base at l1l2 causing mild compression at right nerve root

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Postural Correction- Sit Tall, Walk Tall. Extension Exercises x 15 times x twice daily. Apply Hot Fomentation twice daily. Avoid bending in front. ... Read More

Broad based left paracentral /lateral protrusion of the L5/S1 intervertebral disc is seen ,abutting the ipsilateral traversing S1 nerve. disc bulge is seen at L4/L5 with posterocentral dominance,partly effacing the ipsilateral laterak recess and mildly encroaching on the ipsilateral inferior neral foramen

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Depends on your symptoms.. No one treats an MRI finding. Discuss with your orthopedic or spine surgeon. ... Read More

I have a heavy pain in right leg & unable to seat more than five minutes in one place/ position. I already done MRI report & its show 'right broad based posterior - central herniation' in report

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Kindly furnish the complete MRI report. ... Read More

With anterior thecal sac compression L4-L5 L5-S1 impinging on nerves. Can it ever be cured? What could be done? Please answer

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What complaints do you have.. Nerve root compression is usually due to disc prolapse. It is curable.. The treatment depends on the clinical condition.. If pain is minimal, it can be conserved with med ... Read More

Posterior annular disc bulges with subtle tear ; dessication ; prolapse ( L5-S1 > L4-L5 ) noted at L4-L5 and L5-S1 with mild right paracentral and foraminal broad based protrusion indenting the ventral thecal sac causing b/l lateral recess narrowing with abutment over b/l traversing nerve roots ( more so at the right traversing

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This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However I would like to examine & investigate the patient in detail. Control Hypertension, Diabetes or any other metabolic ... Read More

I have bulge disc and I want to know if chiropractor is best for bulge disc Please assist Pease

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Chriopractor I don't know it really helps bt it often does. Pls conslt Ortho doctor for disc bulge and go for it. It's the best thing. ... Read More

For last 2 month, I feel pain on the right back and right leg. Went for MRI, as per the below MRI findings, I have problem in the left side only. But i never felt any kind of pain in left side till now. MRI results: At L3/L4, asymmetric broad-based disc bulge is indenting the thecal sac. Mild lumbar spondylosis with suggestion of left L5 pars def

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Hello, I can’t comment unless assessed physically. There is a possibility of muscle tightness which might be a cause for the discomfort in your left leg, But this can be confirmed by assessing it phys ... Read More

I am 64 years old female. I am giving brief report of my MRI report on 2nd November 2017 .1.osteophytosis seen in c3 to c7 verterbral body.2.cervical Spondylolysis with compressive myelopathy in c4 c5 for which I underwent surgery on 7th Nov ( discectomy ) 3.Diffuse bulge is seen L4-L5 and L5-S1. 4.Broad based posterior disc bulge is seen in c6-c7

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Dizziness and unable to walk are usually not a part of cervical disc problems. You should also contact a physician check your blood pressure and vitamin levels ... Read More

Hello Doctors, please check my MRI report, I have been diagnosed with disc bulge and nerve compression, after taking pain killer and other medicine for almost 25 days, my pain has reduced, but not completed gone and numbness is still mild, also i was on bedrest as advised by doctor but if some day i am walking for 20-30 mins also my back pain and l

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Yes I have checked your report so can you call me on my number and proper case taking and after I can suggest medicine ... Read More

Hello Doctors, please check my MRI report, I have been diagnosed with disc bulge and nerve compression, after taking pain killer and other medicine for almost 25 days, my pain has reduced, but not completey gone and numbness is still mild, can anyone pls suggest some dietary changes in my diet so that it can help in my problem. Thank you

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Hello, your diet should now be rich in antioxidants, polyphenols n omega 3 acids along with other nutrients. Pls connect with me through app directly so that we can discuss this further. ... Read More

Hello Doctors, please check my MRI report, I have been diagnosed with disc bulge and nerve compression, after taking pain killer and other medicine for almost 25 days, my pain has reduced, but not completey gone and numbness is still mild, also i was on bedrest as advised by doctor but if some day i am walking for 20-30 mins also my back pain and l

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The fact that your pain has already reduced after 25 days of treatment is actually a positive sign. Nerves usually take much longer to recover than pain, so mild numbness can persist for weeks or even ... Read More

For more than 1 year I have been suffering from back and left leg pain and numbness in my leg, I went to a spine surgeon and took an MRI and came to know that I have mild to moderate disc bulge along with nerve compression and prescribed a pain killer, muscle relaxant and supplements for a month. Earlier the pain was more like intense tiredness li

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This recent symptom is hard sign Get a recent MRI if the previous one was before the current symptoms You may need surgery for this ... Read More

For more than 1 year I have been suffering from back and left leg pain and numbness in my leg, I went to a spine surgeon and took an MRI and came to know that I have mild to moderate disc bulge along with nerve compression and prescribed a pain killer, muscle relaxant and supplements for a month. He asked me not to do any exercise and only do bed

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Thanks for trusting Ayurved and Dr Satish. It'd probably added value if you could add MRI report. Surely such vata and asthi majja dhatu concerns are very crucial and at such very early age. It just m ... Read More

For more than 1 year I have been suffering from back and left leg pain and numbness in my leg, I went to a spine surgeon and took an MRI and came to know that I have mild to moderate disc bulge along with nerve compression and prescribed a pain killer, muscle relaxant and supplements for a month. Earlier the pain was more like intense tiredness li

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Rather than medication your nerve compression needs proper physiotherapy… that will gradually improve your strength and decrease the symptoms… Take your nerve supplements along with physiotherapy you’ ... Read More

I was recently diagnosed to have IIH and disc bulge in C 2-3, 4-5, 6-7. I am also prone to suffer from allergies like sinus, nasal blockage from season change. I'm taking medicine for treatment for IIH. I get side effects like pinning sensation in feet, palms and mouth area. I also feel lethargic often. Is there any natural remedy to treat iih and

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If the medicine for IIH makes you feel pins and needles, you need to inform the doctor who started you on that treatment. The dose will need changing/ reducing or stopping. The only natural remedy fo ... Read More

I was recently diagnosed to have IIH and disc bulge in C 2-3, 4-5, 6-7. I am also prone to suffer from allergies like sinus, nasal blockage from season change. I'm taking medicine for treatment for IIH. I get side effects like pinning sensation in feet, palms and mouth area. I also feel lethargic often. Is there any natural remedy to treat iih and

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The pin-prick like sensation in your feet, palms and mouth area is mostly due to vitamin B12 deficiency or diabetes. It is not due to IIH or cervical disc. Cervical disc bulge usually will have curren ... Read More

Hello dr... I had suffering with disc bulge in l4 l5 and s1,for past 6months...now I am facing pain in my neck region, and i cantable to rotate my neck. I cant able to bear the pain... Now my doubt is can i get ift...i have a broken teeth in which i had root canal before 3years... Can i get the ift if i have broken root canal teeth...?also i have a

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ALREADY ANSWERED. PHYSIOTHERAPY SESSION ADVISABLE. Tab eterocoxib Mr two times a day after food for ten days or as required. Sit in sunlight. Locally apply Volini spray two times ... Read More

Have hand weakness after waking up done mri disc bulges in neck .I am just 30 how can I treat it .Do prp work

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I have l3-l4 and l5-s1 disc bulge with foraminal narrowing. I feel pain in the inguinal area and the right side lower abdomen radiating to back. My CT scan reports are normal. Are the abdominal and inguinal pain due to disc bulge only ?

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I am 27 years old,i suffer with severe back pain for past 6 month,i took mri in that results i have a disc bulge,can this affect mensural cycle,am unmarried can I able to became a mom😭...can I able to cure this permanently

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Disc bulge cannot affect your menstrual cycle and definitely you can become a mom And yes this can be cured permanently Contact me for further details ... Read More

1.5 Year back I got started getting back pain while driving. With time it kept on increasing. Post consulting doctor I was diagnosed with disc bulge at l4-l5 but it's mild. Also along with that got C5-C6 Disc bulge also which was more but symptoms were less. Now I am getting frequent headaches and issues with concentration. With the recent MRI belo

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Hlo ma'am if you would like to know more details about this problem, you can reach me on procto or for a free detailed consultation on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine ... Read More

Cervical MRI of spine report says : 1. Diffuse hard disc bulge at C3-4 level without root compression. 2. Mild posterior disc bulge at C4-5 and C5-6 levels without root compression. Symptoms : Pain in the palms , elbow and sometimes in pinky and ring fingers for both hands . Pain is more when hands are not straight. NCV and EMG tests are norm

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Hi Everyone, I’m reaching out for some guidance as I’m feeling extremely stressed and low. I’m a new mom to a 5-month-old baby and had a normal delivery. I had meniscus tear surgery 10 years ago and was advised to avoid high-impact activities, squatting, or sitting with folded legs due to ongoing wear and tear with small tear found out 3 years ag

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Clinical examination would give us a better idea regarding your spine issue .regarding your meniscus whether u had meniscuscectomy or meniscus repair..please mention it ... Read More

Hi Everyone, I’m reaching out for some guidance as I’m feeling extremely stressed and low. I’m a new mom to a 5-month-old baby and had a normal delivery. I had meniscus tear surgery 10 years ago and was advised to avoid high-impact activities, squatting, or sitting with folded legs due to ongoing wear and tear with small tear found out 3 years ag

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You would be able to get normal life Just visit nearby orthopedic and get admission in hospital ... Read More

I am. 20 years old and my disc between l4 and l5 is bulging outside due to dead lift . It started 5 months back and I thought it was just a normal back pain but due to heavy work during my sisters marriage the pain increased tremendously and now I am not able to walk and I can't even sit with a good posture. I have consulted many doctors and they c

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Suffering from L4-5 and L5-S1 disc herniation, C4-5 disc bulge and L4-5 lumbar stenosis last one year. Backache and leg pain. No numbness present. Medications only metlin M-75. Now what should I do ? Please give some opinion 🙏

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Hello Doctor Please suggest me , Iam suffering from severe back pain I have done the MRI. It result in disc bulge L4-L5 and s1 . I have done many physiotherapies since three years I feeling the pain , can't stand long for ten minutes pls suggest what treatment will suits to lower my pain

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In 2019 i had an i jury and had lumbar disc bulge.Then in 2024 i had cervical disc bulge.then one month ago i had a thoracic disc bulge.Why am I having so much disc problems in my whole spine?

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You are young and there doesn’t appear to be a reason why you would have significant disc budges. There needs to be clinical assessment and further investigations to find out the cause. ... Read More

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