Mild disk interspace narrowing is the physical description for "mild degenerative disks" or possibly degenerative disk disease.
posterior disc osteophyte at c5 c6 mild indentation on anterior thecal sac. there is uncinate spurring with left formaminal narrowing c5 c6 . would this require surgery?
i have been miserable with pain in neck and shoulders and more,went to the er and the results show there is straightening to the normal curvature.on c2-c3 there is moderate disc bulging. without disc herniation. c3 and c4 there is broad disc herniation present extending to the right midlin.There is evidence of central canal and right sided forminal narrowing.on c4 - c5 broad disc/ridge complex is present.there is mild centralcanal narrowing and mild left foraminal narrowing. c5 and c6 there is mild disc bulging without disc herniation.Cuts at lung aspices are unremarkable.multilevel disc disease.
what is narrowing of the L4-5 disc mean and what can be done to treat it
MILD LEFT FORAMINAL NARROWING AT C5-C6 SECONDARY TO UNCOVERTEBRAL JOIN HYPERMETROPHY AND SPUR FORMATION
whats problems being create whan the c5 and c6 diffuse annular disc bulge
This seems like a "slipped disc" in the spine around the neck region (cervical spine) which is causing pressure on the surroundings of the spinal cord and nerve routes. The Mild left neuroforaminal narrowing refers to a narrowing of the cavity in the spine where nerves leave the spinal cord. Hope that helps! If in doubt, consult the radiologist or physician who produced this report. Student Doctor
Moderate right foraminal narrowing at C5-6 is narrowing of the canals in the spine. C5-6 stands for cervical number 5 and number 6.
The indentation of the thecal sac and the osteophyte and disc complex at the cervical levels C2-C3, C3-C4, C4-C5, C5-C6, and C6-C7 suggests the presence of degenerative changes, such as disc herniation or bone spurs, which can put pressure on the spinal cord and surrounding structures. The mild circumferential narrowing of the lower cervical spinal cord indicates that there may be a degree of spinal stenosis, potentially leading to symptoms like neck pain, numbness, or weakness in the arms and hands. Overall, these findings reflect the need for further evaluation and management to address any neurological implications.
Disc Bulge at c5 c6 causing indentation over thecal sac and mild left nueral compromise is it dangerous situation
A broad-based disc bulge at the C3-C4 and C5-C6 levels refers to a condition where the intervertebral disc is protruding outward, affecting a wide area rather than a focal point. This bulge can encroach on the spinal canal, leading to mild central stenosis, which is a narrowing of the spinal canal that may compress the spinal cord or nerve roots. While mild, this condition can potentially cause neck pain, stiffness, or neurological symptoms depending on the extent of the compression. Monitoring and, in some cases, conservative treatment may be recommended to manage symptoms.
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.