Vaccum air phenomenon disc region

2021-08-26 18:20:16
Degenerative and osteophytic changes are seen in the visualized lumbar vertebrae. Vaccum air phenomenon in L5,S1 IV disc region. This is in my X-ray report. What does it mean? Is it serious matter?
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Answered2021-08-29 14:06:36

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These are degenerative changes ..you also need a clinical assessment and then investigation like MRI to know proper condition of the spine

Answered2021-08-27 05:59:48

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There is lot of wear and tear changes, probably due to age factor. I would suggest you get a few blood test done and if needed MRI spine to see the extent of degenerative changes

Answered2021-08-28 03:52:19

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