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Treatment for disc space narrowing for 21 year girl ? Why disc space narrowing occurs how to cure it

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This is called disc degeneration. Due to stress and strain to the disc causes this narrowing of disc space. Treatment depends upon how much is if affecting after complete examination ...  Read More

What is this joint space narrowing...i had knee pain and xray is like this ...can i do something about this ? Is it reversible?

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Space between two bones form the knee joint is termed as joint space. Structure present in between is meniscus. Damage to meniscus or ligaments leads to cartilage erosion and decrease in joint space ...  Read More

My mother is 60 year old and she consult with orthopaedic for knee pain and he told me that knee joint space is narrowing due to this reason she facing this issue. Doctor only give one pain killer, I need a permanent solution for this either medical treatment or physiotherapy. Kindly suggest which is best option for future.

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Permanant solution among the given option is physiotheapy, but it doesn't work after the damage is done So best option would be surgery, may be not right now, but ik few years. ...  Read More

Increase in disc space and wedging in c6-c7 I got a traveling job and i use two wheeler need to know the excersie requirements

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If you can avoid riding two wheeler for few weeks, please do that, minimize forward neck bending and go see a PT who has a good understanding of posture. ...  Read More

There are anterior as well as posterior astrocytes noted at C4 to C7 vertebrae. The intervertebral disc space appear to be slightly reduce

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Yes age related degeneration seen in spine bone with narrowing space. U can take homeopathy medication for it , safe n effective. Day to day activities can be maintained well. Chat online for consulta ...  Read More

L4-l5 disc space reduced, l5 sacralized. Lower back pain, regular basis. In previous L1-L2 disk slip was occured, surgery done.

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Back problems take some time even 1 to 2 years to get better because of modern lifestyle doing work,driving ,bending,not following doctors advice because people actually lie to the doctors about their ...  Read More

Her recent XRay shows DISC SPACE REDUCTION L5-S1 Likely disc prolapsed. Severe pain in waist also on hand and leg.

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Homeopathy medication can help you to some extent. For detail consultation and guidance u can chat online ...  Read More

What is L1-L2, L3-L4 disc space mildly reduced and early degenerative.? For my age will it be severe problem in future. Any surgery are needed..?

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No right now , but if progressive then yes on clinical problems ...  Read More

Lower back pain Disc bulge decreased space in L5 S1 Disc bulge decreased space in L5 S1 Disc bulge decreased space in L5 S1

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Kindly discuss for your concern ...  Read More

Dear Doctor, For compression, disc space reduced and pain in glutes Please advise: correct sleeping position Sitting position to avoid on floor . Exercise to avoid Is cycling to be avoided? Mattress with spring or without spring ?? Should we avoid dependence on LS BELT ?

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What are your chief complaints and what investigation you have done and which medicines you are taking Consult me search browse on goggle practo Dr Rajinder Shsrma 42 years expertise Senior Orthopaed ...  Read More

Lumbar spine MRI report describes moderate, age-related "wear and tear" changes throughout the lower back, with the most notable findings concentrated at the lowest levels (L3-L4, L4-L5, and L5-S1). Grade 1 Anterolisthesis (L4 over L5): The L4 vertebra (backbone) has slipped slightly forward over the L5 vertebra. "Grade 1" is the mildest, lowest ca

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Tell current problem ...  Read More

So i got my mri report and it said that a nerve is being compressed because of the space reduction in l5-s1 disc and due to that i have shooting pain down the leg and cant sit for long . What should i do ... That pain is very irritating im having it for almost 7months

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After the clinical assessment the physio can guide you better. This compression in your back aggravates when the surrounding muscles are tight and eventually weak after a long time . So releasing and ...  Read More

My doctor recommended to buy air spacer, but Because I have severe headache, I don't remember and heard properly, Can I buy any air spacer for inhealer medicine for Breathing problem?

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You can take any compatible spacer ...  Read More

Hello ! I had a MRI in 2015 which showed mild neural forminal narrowing at L4-L5 and also diffused disc bulge at this level .That time i had severe back ache and pain going to leg .I took physio i got better with time ...and all symptoms disappeared . Now after 8 years i suddenly started having feet burning in both feets after taking physio for ACL

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U need consultation ...  Read More

My father's age is 82. He is suffering from Parkinson's disease. Last 3 months his right leg becomes narrow. What is the reason? Have any medicines? Pl advice for right treatment. For this reason he can not walk. His right hand also not working properly.

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Narrow meaning thinned out? Need more details on current treatment and need to see your father in person, for better evaluation and appropriate treatment ...  Read More

Hi, I am suffering from chest, neck, shoulder and neck pain. I did ECG,2D Echo and coronary angiogram and all reports are normal. Doctor suggested to show nuero. He prescribed MRI for whole spin and CT Scan for cervical spine. These reports are shown below: MRI: Disc degeneration & diffuse disc bulge are seen at C5/6 level indenting thecal sac.

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These ar curable ,,and chest pain can be there in these issues with nerve compression ...  Read More

My sister suffer from back pain, this is mri report , mild disc bulge with anterior thecal sac indentation, with mild lateral recess narrowing and compression over bilateral transversing nerv root,

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Will need to examine her to know the exact extent of problem. Can be treated with medicines or non surgical treatment options. ...  Read More

He is having terrible back pain.X rays report done for examination of radiograph lumbar spine ap/lateral Report says - LUMBAR SPONDYLOSIS NOTED WITH DISC SPACE REDUCTION AT L2-L3,L3-L4 & BACK MUSCLE SPASM

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Is ur pain radiating to ur legs ? Pain subsided with medicines ? ...  Read More

Hello I initially had constipation.. then i started getting loose stools as i took triphala.. now i get firm stool but the problem is I get narrow stools only.. it is happening since 1 month approx.. not even single day , i have got normal stool.. is narrow stool once in a day a cause to be concerned... if yes, whom should i go... A general physici

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Nothing to worry... ...  Read More

Actually my ortho treatment is done 7 years ago but now my both arches are narrow and lower crowding and my age is 25 , lower arch 1molar tooth loss space is present, upper arch mostly little space is present Can expansion is possible

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wisdom teeth eruption might have caused anterior crowding. Click nical examination mandatory. ...  Read More

I had injured myself while running. It took 6 months for me to recover. After that if i would run i would have stiffness. I visited a dr again and he got me well in just 14 days. But then after 6-7 it has started paining again. I got a digital xray and got to know that my intervertebral disc space reduced and also loss of lordosis ( Spasm). Now I'm

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Need to consult with your images. Thanks ...  Read More

My MRI report says mild diffuse posterior disc bulge at l4-l5 is causing minimal indentation on thermal sac and adjacent traversing roots. Mild narrowing of neural foraminae seen. Kindly suggest me exercise and treatment.

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Back exercises and posture care. Nothing to worry . ...  Read More

I am having back pain from last two weeks and last week itself i consulted a doctor near my home and i also did an x-ray which says L5-s1 space decreased ,so is it a serious problem? and can it be prevented from further problems like disc bulging and other problems and how many days will it take to cure this space problem.

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Hi there! Disc bulge is an irreversible issue. Therefore, caution should be taken while lifting weights (avoid heavy weights), do not bend forwards, avoid jerks to spine. Physiotherapy is the key to ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, MRI DETAILS: It says loss of lumbar lordosis Reduced L4/L5 disc space. I have attached my MRI REPORT. Please suggest any medicine and exercise? What should I do?

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Clinical examination ...  Read More

I had spine fusion surgery of L5-S1 in 2016. Now in recent MRI reports shows  Diffuse posterior annular disc bulge noted at L4- L5 indenting the thecal sac, narrowing the neural foramina and abutting bilateral exiting nerve roots. Diffuse posterior annular disc bulge noted at L5-S1 indenting the thecal sac, narrowing the neural foramina

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Please convey your symptoms and problems u r facing now. Mri has certain findings but they need to be correlated with ur signs and symptoms before suggesting management. Please come to hospital ...  Read More

My front teeth have space in between them they are not joined with each other , it look ugly. I want it to be it in good shape and join ,and dont have space.

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You have a few options. Either go for braces or cosmetic treatments like veneers to close the gap. If it is a small gap even direct composite restorations could be tried. Invisalign is another option. ...  Read More

Hi Sir, Disc de-hydration in the lumbar spine with Osteophytosis. Diffuese Disc protrusion noted at L3-4,L4-5 and L5-S1 disc levels associated with ligamentum flavum thickening causing significant narrowing of spinal canal.Mild narrowing of both neural foraminae noted . Schmods nodes noted at L1-2 and L2-3 levels.

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If severe canal stenosis and if medically fit... Go ahead with surgery ...  Read More

I am suffering from disc slip with canal space 4mm to 7mm(Report attached). When I stand for around 5min I feel numbness in my legs. Can It be treated through therapy or I need to go for spinal surgery ? Is there chances of paralyses?

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Hi pl consumer through practo paid consumer with me for conservative management for this condition ...  Read More

Can you still have arteries narrowing even if Cholesterol in blood is normal ?

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Yes it can happen Cholesterol is one of the causes for narrowing, not the sole cause ...  Read More

Can untreated narrowing arteries lead to a sudden muscle weakness like muscle weakness in legs and arms ?

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Hello dear ... I would like to know little more info or history of your problems.. It would be great if we can continue our conversation on my private window as here I am restricted to give you few li ...  Read More

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