Hello I am trying to get SSI. Here is what is noted on a MRI report. At L3-L4 a diffuse disk bulge with a radial tear. Facet and legamentum flavum hypertrophy generates mild spinal canal and moderate left and mild right neural foraminal narrowing. But there is more
Your spine MRI indicates a bulging disc (discal herniation) which seems to compress your nerve and can lead to radicular pain in the leg. Some chronic degenerations of the spine are seen too.
I recommend taking painkillers, wearing a lumbar brace and avoid weight lifting or staying in standing up or sitting position. Consulting with a spinal surgeon may be needed if the pain persists.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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What Does This MRI Report Indicate?
Hello, Your spine MRI indicates a bulging disc (discal herniation) which seems to compress your nerve and can lead to radicular pain in the leg. Some chronic degenerations of the spine are seen too. I recommend taking painkillers, wearing a lumbar brace and avoid weight lifting or staying in standing up or sitting position. Consulting with a spinal surgeon may be needed if the pain persists. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist