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2016-05-24 16:02:22
I was suffering from disk herniation a time ago. Now, after a while i want to check whether my disk is okay or not. So does herniated disk shows up in X-ray? as i cant afford MRI now. Please advice soon.
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No herniated disc will not be visible in x-rays. only MRI can help.

Answered2016-05-26 07:32:22

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No... A herniated disc is not visible on x ray.

Answered2016-05-25 03:31:49

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