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What is mild annular bulging with small central disc protrusion?
small central disc protrusion at c3-4
What is mild disc desiccation or disc bulging?
Disc desication is another way of saying disc degeneration, which in other words is wear asnd tear or arthritis. Discs are located between each bone of the spine and function as shock absorbers so we can move, jump, turn,etc... They also act as a spacer, creating holes on the side of the spine for nerves to exit off of the spinal cord. Disc bulging is literally a disc that is "bulging". This is linked often times to desication because as a disc degenerates it flattens and bulges outward.
What is prognosis of a mild effacement of ventral thecal sac without significant spinal canal stenosis.?
mild disfuse disc bulging with subtle 72 hyperintense signal
What is encroachment of the neutral foramen on the left at L3-4 atrributed to disc bulging and what is transitional lumbosacral segment at L5-S1 associated with mild disc bulging?
Encroachment of the neutral foramen on the left at L3-4 due to disc bulging indicates that the intervertebral disc is protruding and compressing the nerve root exit point, potentially leading to symptoms like pain or numbness in the corresponding lower limb. A transitional lumbosacral segment at L5-S1 suggests an anatomical variation where the L5 vertebra may exhibit characteristics of the sacrum, which can predispose this area to abnormal stress and mild disc bulging. This bulging may further contribute to nerve root irritation or compression at this transitional segment.
What is a central and right paramedian bulging prostate minimally herniated disc with mild narrowing of the canal?
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What is Straightening of the normal cervical curvature?
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 can disc desiccation and mild disc bulge resulting in narrowing of the spial canal?
Disc desiccation and a mild disc bulge can lead to the narrowing of the spinal canal, a condition known as spinal stenosis. This narrowing can put pressure on the spinal cord and nearby nerves, potentially causing symptoms such as pain, numbness, or weakness in the extremities. While often part of the aging process, these changes can also result from injury or degenerative diseases. Management may include physical therapy, medication, or, in severe cases, surgical intervention.
Posterior bulging disc?
This situation usually produces back pain. If the disc herniation and bulging is mild, back exercises (stretching and stregthening) are often the safest and best form of treatment. If pain is intractable, then surgery may be needed. (Back surgery has a spotty track record, due to the need to cut through back muscles, which then weaken the back and make for problematic recovery at times). As always, consult your physician (and, possibly, a good neurosurgeon) for your particular situation.
What is an annular disc bulge which is eccentric to the left and there is a mild bilateral lateral recess narrowing left greater than right indicative of?
A bulging disk on the left side.
What does there is mild disc desiccation with minimal to mild loss of the disc height mean?
This is the official pathology report description of mild intervertebral disc degeneration. The "mild dessication" means the disc appears slightly drier than normal, which can be related to a mild breakdown in the squishy cushion portion of the disc. The "mild loss of disc height" simply means the disc is not as tall as it used to be, again probably a result of mild degeneration. Disc degeneration is a normal artefact of aging - everyone's intervertebral discs will go through some degree of degeneration if they live long enough. However, disc degeration is considered to be the first step towards a herniated or ruptured disc, which can cause severe back pain and require surgery to correct. If I were in your shoes and had been given this information by a doctor, I would ask what it means in practical terms. What are my risks of a herniated disc in the next five years? Will this impact nerve function? What are signs and symptoms that this disc is deteriorating? Is there anything I need to do about this - change posture, wear a brace, etc?
What is a disc bulging?
A dorsal disc bulge is the most dangerous to correct because of the spinal cord. The diffuse dorsal disc bulge causes pain in the side of the back, tingling in the torse, all the way to the lower extremities, and lack of strength in lower extremities.
What's a good herniated disc treatment?
"To treat a herniated disc, one must take into factor the symptoms, age of the patient, and activity level of the patient. In mild cases, the patient is advised to rest and avoid any activities that may irritate the symptoms. In a mild case, a herniated disc may resolve with time."
