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Lumbar spine slip disc, Doctor advised to take an MRI SCAN LUMBAR SPINE I have attached the test result Kindly let me know if everything is okay

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Mild compression in the area where the nerve exit the spinal canal..This compression reduces space for nerves and may cause symptoms of pain and radiation associated with tingling and numbness.. ...  Read More

What is meant 'MRI L/S Spine?' A doctor priscribtion like this. What denote L/S..? Lumbar or lumbosacral Which type of mri scan mentined for me from above priscribtion

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MRI scanning of Lumbo sacral region of spine . ...  Read More

MRI lumbar spine reveals disc desiccation with mild diffuse disc bulge and postero-central disc protrusion and posterior annular tear at L5-S1 level causing indentation of ventral thecal sac. Bilateral traversing and exiting nerve roots appear normal

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Don't worry Maintain spine in straight posture and avoid forward bending and lifting weights Physiotherapy back IFT AND ULTRASONIC THERAPY for 2 weeks ...  Read More

I want to do a MRI for my spine, know issue with lumbar herniated discs. So wanted to know if MRI screening is enough. Also if we get the actual scans in MRI screening like in MRI scan

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Screening just show basic structures, if disc herniation is paracentral or if any nerve root compression is there than it will not visualize and again other structures like facet joints are not visual ...  Read More

There is two terms in the mri report 1. small anterior osteophytes 2. Early lumbar spondylosis What are these problems and how can i recover from these problems. Are these serious problems. Which medications I'm taking are these sufficient for these problems

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There is No significant issue with your report. All it shows is presence of wear and tear on the spine. These are normal, worse in some people than others. You need to make sure you look after your ba ...  Read More

Plz find attached mri spine scan is it normal or there are any issues. Please check and comment thanks

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Since it's just a screening MRI report, it's difficult to comment with surety. Having said that, you need to be examined by an orthopedic surgeon followed by necessary investigations which may or may ...  Read More

Can I get MRI scan of brain and spine in KEM Hospital even though I have a reference of private doctor, can the KEM Hospital allow me have the MRI scan done in the hospital, please help me..

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Hi,you need to get the prescription for the same from OPD doctor of KEM hospitalto get investigated there. ...  Read More

Do lumber spine mri require intake of dye for contrast or there is only normal mri for ls . To check compression of nerve.

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Lumbar spine MRI if done only to see compression of nerve by a prolapsed disc doesn't need any kind of dye. In case of a tumor or infection of spine, a dye examination is usually suggested. ...  Read More

Frequent back pain and tiredness on walking after 5 mins so got MRI LS done pression: Cervical, dorsal and lumbar spondylosis. Retrolisthesis of L5 vertebra. Diffuse bulge of L4­5 disc with right paracentral protrusion compressing thecal sac, compromising neural foramina and impinging on bilateral traversing L5 & right exiting L4 nerve roo

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Avoid travel ...  Read More

Please guide as per my fathers MRI reports and suggest some treatment for the same. Severe back pain can't walk stand with support only. Old case of hemiplegia right side 2013. Thank You

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Here need to analyse his neurology .so that required in person consultation There is sever compression at L4-L5 level might require surgical decompression ...  Read More

Hello. Please go through the CT Scan report and guide me whether MRI is required. My father met with an accident before a week and suffered head injury. His condition is now okay with no vomit, nausea, headache etc.

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Looks normal CT But once take opinion of neurologist for further evaluation ...  Read More

From last 3–4 years I was feeling shock waves like pain in the head while coughing, laughing, sudden sitting up position and after that feel pain in the neck, so doctor told me for MRI brain and spine and diagnosed with following: 1. The first neck bone (C1) is fused with the skull. 2. The top of the spine (dens) is slightly higher than norma

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Hello Spinal or head related surgery are indicated only if other means of Medicines fail or symptoms are unbearable and danger in future ...  Read More

My doc suggested MRI LS SPINE. where can i do that and at what cost and at which hospital. Looking for best rate

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Rates differ from city to city and type of institution where you are getting it done Better rate in diagnostic clinic than corporate hospitals ...  Read More

Hi Madam/Sir I have attached my brother's MRI report..kindly check once please let us know the issue.. He is having back pain sice few months and recently he started going to gym and now the pain started again.. kindly suggest here.. is surgery mandatory for this if not what will be the solution for this. Thanks & regards Valli

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No surgery Medicine, rest ...  Read More

Hi Mam/Sir I have attached my cousin's MRI report. Kindly check once and please let us know the issue. Thanks & Regards Valli

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Replied ...  Read More

I did my root canal treatment before 3years...now that teeth got broken.. Niw my doubt is can i do MRI scan if i havebroken root canal teeth... Pls tell me im suffering wuth backpain byt i feel fear on taking mri with my broken tooth

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Diffuse posterior bulge C3-4, C5-6 ,C6-7 indenting subaracnoide space posterior bulge with medium size posterocentral protrusion C4-5 compressing anterior subaracnoide. Brain Mri: few lacunar ischemic foci in the bilateral cerebral hemisphere

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It needs physiotherapy and precaution Few medication ...  Read More

I have a dental cap on my one teeth around four years and I also have braces for around 6 months I have some problem with my brain and my doctor told me to go for a mri scan . Can I go with teeth cap and braces for mri scan or not

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Braces metallic or ceramic Crown pfm crown or zirconia crown ...  Read More

Dear sir/ma'am, I am using Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate daily at night for depression. Can I make MRI/CT scan while using the said tablets .

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Yes u can ...  Read More

Dear sir/ma'am, I am using Clonazepam + Escitalopram Oxalate daily at night for depression. Can I make MRI/CT scan while using the said tablets .

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Yes , no problem ...  Read More

Can you explain when a patient should go through CT Scan or MRI for brain stroke ? MRI costs much more than CT Scan. Untill and unless the advantages and use-cases of MRI is properly explained to us , it is not satisfactory to go for a expensive investigation. Please explain the use cases for CT Scan , CTA , MRI and MRA.

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In a CT in a case of ischemic stroke the findings might take days to appear but in an MRI it will be apparent in first 30 minutes So the diagnosis is very prompt and early interventions can be taken ...  Read More

Hi sir/ madam, below is mri spine scan impression, can u please help me with is it seriou or life threatening, is operation needed my mother age is 74 at this age can she undergo surgery or can manage without surgery, please help IMPRESSION:  Lumbar spondylosis  Right foraminal disc bulge at L2-L3 causing mild indentation

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No surgery at this age ...  Read More

Sir, Iam diagnosed lumbar disc bulge year 2019 L4,L5 Up to till February iam happy without pain iam taking care. While travelling iam using belt, Iam not lifting any weight, Last feb 12 My knee both diagnosed early stage oa Iam Done exercises Feb 14 to march 15 almost 1 month Leg raising while sleeping position Leg extension while sitting in chai

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Consult ...  Read More

Is it essential to be empty stomach to do MRI OF WHOLE SPINE? Or after eating also MRI OF WHOLE SPINE CAN BE DONE??

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Not need of empty stomach for MRI spine. ...  Read More

Dear Sir Mam if I get a whole spine mri will it show both the sides I mean lef and right on the film. Which parts will be visible on it. Thank You.

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Yes. Whole spine with section at minimum level ...  Read More

Suffering from spine pain due to lumbar spondylitis. Need advise and medication .only Dr.kamal agarwal.

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Spondylitis r spondylosis treatment differs , and level of involvement, history of fever ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, Here with attaching my most recent MRI image Saggital view of Spine. Please advise if any serious problem with that. As per this image they marked L4L5 and L5S1 diameter ad 0.97 cm, but in the report they mentioned 1.27 and 1.11 cm respectively. Is it possible they incorrectly measured a diameter in the image ? Also does it cause any

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Share report. Diameter at disc and vertebrae both are different ...  Read More

Hi doctors I am having mild pain sensation at lower left abdomen, doctor suggested to do CT scan of abdomen. My question is can I do MRI instead as I have done CT scan many time for different issues and want to avoid radiation. Please suggest

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You should discuss the same with the treating physician home you are consulting because he knows better about your condition and the proper investigation that is the required for you ...  Read More

I am having back pain for some time now and also having hand and leg pain for last few yrs and it more feels like nerve pain and also like pins and neees but not consistent and its on and off .but book pain i feel like shooting pain for last fee months. Took blood tests n all and all were normal like esr, crp , ra factor, thyroid n all so today too

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Hello Doctors, One of our known persons, has been suffering from stiffness in both the legs in the morning time. As soon as he wakes up, he is not able to move his legs, forcefully he is able to move his legs. When consulted the local orthopaedic, an MRI was taken and I have attached the same for your reference. Could you please and suggest what sh

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Age is not provided MRI reporting will not explain such debilitating symptoms ...  Read More

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