L4-5 & L5-S1 problem

2017-10-15 10:21:39
I am suffering from back pain. I have done MRI also & in this report is there.. 1- central disc bulge with annular tear is seen in L4-5 level indenting anterior thecal sac effacing bilateral lateral recesses & compressing bilateral neural foramina. AP canal diameter - 1.2 cm. 2- diffuse disc bulge with annular tear is seen in L5-S1level indenting anterior thecal sac effacing bilateral lateral recesses & compressing bilateral neural foramina. AP canal diameter - 1.3 cm.
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Looks like the disc problem is very mild. You should take a few days rest, avoid bending forward, avoid lifting heavy weights, some anelgesics. If pain still persists beyond 3 days then consult a Neurospine specialist.

Answered2017-10-15 17:26:25

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