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Results Of Scan Got. Having Lot Of Pain. Is This A Serious Condition?

my results are annual disc bulge with facet overgrowth effaces the thecal sac, as well as lateral recess and foraminal fat. And L5-S1 disc bulge and facet overgrowth is present . Some effacement of the lateral recess and foraminal fat is noted.An annular tear in the right posterolateral region is identified. I am in alot of pain how serious is this condition?
Tue, 23 Jul 2013
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Hi, Thanks for using HCM.

Disc bulge is due to age related degenerative process. You need to take measures to reduce further bulging of disc, which may result in nerve damage.
You can take NSAID's for pain relief, but long term use of these medication is not recommended.
If your pain is not reduced with it, you can go for epidural steroid injection.
Physiotherapy to strengthen your back muscles.
graded exercise will also help.

Hope I answered your question. Consult your orthopedic doctor for further examination and management.
Feel free to ask me if you have any further queries.
Wish you good health. Take care.

Regards
Dr. Vidya
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Results Of Scan Got. Having Lot Of Pain. Is This A Serious Condition?

Hi, Thanks for using HCM. Disc bulge is due to age related degenerative process. You need to take measures to reduce further bulging of disc, which may result in nerve damage. You can take NSAID s for pain relief, but long term use of these medication is not recommended. If your pain is not reduced with it, you can go for epidural steroid injection. Physiotherapy to strengthen your back muscles. graded exercise will also help. Hope I answered your question. Consult your orthopedic doctor for further examination and management. Feel free to ask me if you have any further queries. Wish you good health. Take care. Regards Dr. Vidya