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Hip Pain, Back Pain, Leg Pain. MRI Taken. What Should Be Done?
rt hip ain, back pain, left leg pain weakness bending left leg shoots pain behind knee. mri results mult bulges, l5 s1 6 mm disc herniation into left lateral recess at l5 s1 small amount of of associated epidural bleeding around
herniation. 4mm and 3mm disc protrusion on right that narrows right neural foramen by 60% what should I do
herniation. 4mm and 3mm disc protrusion on right that narrows right neural foramen by 60% what should I do
Tue, 18 Jun 2013
Hi,
The results of the MRI do show changes that could possibly be linked to the symptoms you are experiencing. The bulging (herniating) discs could be pressing on nerves causing pain and weakness.
My recommendation would be be that you see a surgeon who specializes in back surgery.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
MBChB FRCA
The results of the MRI do show changes that could possibly be linked to the symptoms you are experiencing. The bulging (herniating) discs could be pressing on nerves causing pain and weakness.
My recommendation would be be that you see a surgeon who specializes in back surgery.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
MBChB FRCA
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