Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
CT Scan Showed Disc Herniation, Bulging, Impinging On Thecal Sac With Frequent Urge To Urinate And Pass Bowels. Are The Related?
I have been diagnosed my CT as having disk herniation at T7-8 bulging to the left and impinging on the theca sack, i also have a central herniation T8-9 of the thoracic spine , This has been undiagnosed for 4 months. During this time i have found an increased in urgency to urinate and make bowl movements - could this be related to my back condition? Also normally hernias would have healed by now - whats the likely hood of further damage due to miss diagnosis? Have just completed an MRI but am awaiting results
Thu, 27 Mar 2014
Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
Yes. the nerve root compression caused by the bulging discs can cause bladder incontinence and decreased muscle strength in the legs.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal ,
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
Yes. the nerve root compression caused by the bulging discs can cause bladder incontinence and decreased muscle strength in the legs.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal ,
drtayal72@gmail.com
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Hernia
Loading Online Doctors....