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Will I need surgery for focal disc protrusion left L5 and S1 into the lateral recess compressing the left L5 and the left S1 nerve roots?
USUALLY (note the caps) a herniated disk will retract on its own, releasing pressure on the nerve, and the pain will disappear. this happens about 70% of the time. The disk will then scar in place, and you should not be bothered again. Occasionally a numb area (where the nerve went) will remain after healing. USUALLY (note the caps) a herniated disk will retract on its own, releasing pressure on the nerve, and the pain will disappear. this happens about 70% of the time. The disk will then scar in place, and you should not be bothered again. Occasionally a numb area (where the nerve went) will remain after healing. This can take several weeks to occur...
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What is effacement of the left lateral recess?
what is effacement of the left lateral recess and severe foraminal stenosis
Left lateral recess?
The left lateral recess refers to a condition whereby the narrowing reduces the available space within the exit doorway of the spinal canal. The left lateral recess may be caused by the arthritic overgrowth of the facet joints of the degeneration of the disc with the loss of the disc height.
What does narrowing of the subarticular recesses mean?
The subarticular recesses are located in the lumbar spinal canal. A narrowing of the subarticular recesses is referred to as lateral recess stenosis for which surgery may be required.
What is lateral disc encroachment?
That is the term to indicate that a herniated (spinal) disk material is bulging into the space where the nerve ganglion is or where the nerve runs...
What is mild bilateral lateral recess narrowing?
Mild bilateral lateral recess narrowing refers to a slight reduction in the space on both sides of the spinal canal, specifically in the lateral recess areas where nerve roots exit the spine. This narrowing can potentially lead to compression of the spinal nerves, causing symptoms such as pain, numbness, or weakness in the legs. It is often seen in imaging studies like MRIs and may be associated with conditions such as degenerative disc disease or spinal stenosis. Treatment options vary based on symptoms and severity, ranging from conservative management to surgical intervention.
What does blunting of the lateral recess mean?
Blunting of the lateral recess refers to a reduction or flattening of the normal contour of the lateral recesses of the spinal canal, often observed on imaging studies like MRI. This can indicate the presence of conditions such as spinal stenosis, disc herniation, or degenerative changes that may compress nearby nerve roots. It is typically associated with symptoms like pain, numbness, or weakness in the lower extremities, depending on the location and severity of the changes.
What is 'lateral recess narrowing' in the back?
Lateral recess narrowing refers to a condition in the spine where the lateral recesses, the spaces on either side of the spinal canal where nerve roots exit, become constricted. This narrowing can result from various factors, including herniated discs, bone spurs, or degenerative changes in the spine. Symptoms may include pain, numbness, or weakness in the legs due to nerve compression. Treatment options often involve physical therapy, medications, or, in severe cases, surgical intervention.
What does it mean broad-based left paracentral foraminal disc protrusion combining with facet arthropathy creating mild overall central stenosis and left lateral redess stenosis at the l4-l5 level?
A broad-based left paracentral foraminal disc protrusion at the L4-L5 level indicates that the intervertebral disc is bulging outwards towards the left side, potentially pressing against nearby nerves. Coupled with facet arthropathy, which is wear and tear of the facet joints, this condition leads to mild central stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal) and left lateral recess stenosis (narrowing of the area where the nerve root exits). This combination can result in symptoms such as lower back pain, leg pain, or numbness due to nerve compression.
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 is the antonym of recess?
The antonym of recess is raise.
What is a recess monkey?
One who likes to be at recess
Where are the anterior supraoptic recess and the infundibular recess?
The third ventricle contains two saclike recesses called the anterior supraoptic recess and the infundibular recess
