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Dessiccated L4-L5 disc
My MRI report diagnoses desiccation of L4-L5 disc causing compression of nerve roots. It pains when I walk which leads to problem in doing routine activities. Is it a very serious problem and also kindly provide me non-surgical treatment for it. Also I want to know if it can be treated without surgery and what are the chances of going well w/o surg
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a desicated disc need not necessarily be operated it all depends on the symptoms how much distance u can walk and other associated symtoms any weakness in the limbs any tingling and numbness
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get checked for weakness and signs of compression neuropathy
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Bed rest, physio and analgesics. Consult a spine specialist if need be.
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