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It all depends on: 1. Which in which direction the disc is herniated... If it is "bulging" (herniated) straight toward the back of the body, there is not enough disc material to compress the spinal cord nerves... If it bulges straight toward the front of the body, there are no nerves to be injured. If the disc bulges at a 45 degree angle toward the side/back it can easily compress the spinal nerve running down the canal getting ready to exit at the next level down to run down the buttocks into the leg. This will cause severe pain into the leg on the side of the herniation! If it goes directly sideways it can compress a nerve "ganglion" and really cause a lot of pain as well as pain going down the leg!! If you're not having any pain, then no nerve compression is occurring and you have nothing to worry about!! If you are having pain, about 75-80% of the time the herniated disc will "retract" on its own withn 3-4 weeks (and scar in place) and you'll not need surgery. If it doesn't "retract" you'll need surgery. Cut and paste the attached link: http://www.aafp.org/afp/990201ap/575.html
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What does this mean shallow right foraminal protrusion?
A shallow right foraminal protrusion refers to a mild bulging or herniation of an intervertebral disc that extends into the foraminal space on the right side. This can potentially compress nearby nerves as they exit the spinal column, possibly leading to symptoms such as pain, numbness, or weakness in the areas served by those nerves. The term "shallow" indicates that the protrusion is not severe or extensive. It is often assessed through imaging studies like an MRI.
What does a small left paracentral disc herniation mean and how serious is it?
A disc herniation can be serious because it can cause severe pain and loss of feeling in your arms and legs. This kind of herniation basically means the rubbery cushion between the bones has moved out of its proper place.
What does a foraminal herniation of c6 c7 mean?
A foraminal herniation at the C6-C7 level refers to a condition where the intervertebral disc between the sixth and seventh cervical vertebrae protrudes into the neural foramen, the opening through which spinal nerves exit the spinal column. This herniation can compress nearby nerves, potentially leading to symptoms such as neck pain, shoulder pain, or radiating pain and numbness in the arms and hands. The condition can arise from age-related degeneration, trauma, or repetitive stress. Treatment options vary and may include physical therapy, medications, or, in some cases, surgery.
What does mild right neural foraminal narrowing C4-5 due to right uncinate hypertrophy mean?
neurol foraminal right narrowing c4-5 mild moderate can it be serious?
What doessuperimposed right subarticular foraminal disc protrusion mean?
A superimposed right subarticular foraminal disc protrusion refers to a condition in which an intervertebral disc in the spine bulges out into the foramina—small openings where spinal nerves exit—specifically on the right side. This protrusion can compress nearby nerves, potentially leading to pain, numbness, or weakness in the areas supplied by those nerves. "Superimposed" indicates that this protrusion may be occurring alongside other existing spinal issues, complicating the overall condition. Effective diagnosis and treatment are essential to address symptoms and prevent further complications.
What does no significant disc herniation mean?
You have a disc between two nearby vertebrae. The disc is composed of outer ring of fibrous tissue. It is called as annulus fibrosus. There is soft gel like substance inside the outer ring. It is called as nucleus pulposus. sometimes this soft substance get leaked out. It may compress the nerve root. This process is called as disc herniation. It is not present in your case. That is nice finding.
What does it mean by a minor bulging annulus or disc spur complex is appreciated at the c4 c5 level causing minimal impression on the anterior thecal sac and right foraminal encroachment?
Sounds like it's directly from a MRI report..... The annulus is the outer layers of the disc. A disc/spur complex would mean a combination of the disc bulge and spurring (rough edges) of bone. c4-c5 is referring to the disc/disc space between the 4th and 5th cervical (neck) vertebrae. The thecal sac surrounds the spinal cord and holds fluid that surrounds the cord. Yours is being mildly compressed at the level of c4-c5. Right foraminal encroachment means that the opening (foramen) where a nerve exits the spine is more narrow than normal.
What does moderate generalized disc bulges with bilateral neural foraminal narrowing mean to my function?
This could affect your range of motion.You may also have some numbness or tingling
What does it mean if I have slight bulging of the annulus at L5-S1 I have a lot of pain there.?
It means you have a slight herniation/slight bulging of the disc at the L5-S1 level of your spine.
What does it mean when the MRI comes back with mild disc bulge and compression of C4-c5 disc thecal sak with super impose disc herniation?
I do know that this can cause a great deal of pain in the shoulder and arm, compression means that it is on the spinal cord. I think I would consider surgery.
What is a herniated disc with a subligamental tear mean?
You have posterior longitudinal ligament on the back side of the body of the vertebrae and discs. So there is herniation of the nucleus pulposus, coming out of the tear in the annulus fibrosus.
What does disc osteophyte complex causes moderate formanal stenosis and compresses right hemicord mean?
A disc osteophyte complex refers to the combination of a herniated disc and bone spurs (osteophytes) that develop on the vertebrae due to degeneration. This complex can lead to moderate foraminal stenosis, which is the narrowing of the openings (foramina) through which spinal nerves exit the spinal column. As a result, the compression of the right hemicord indicates that the spinal cord's right side is being pressed upon, potentially causing pain, weakness, or other neurological symptoms on that side of the body.
