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Is It Safe To Have A Central Disc Protrusion At The L4 And L5?
Just had a MRI saying L4/5 disc level has a moderate size central disc protrusion which is associated with indentation of the thecal sac and compression of the subarticular bilaterally and contact with both the L5 nerves. The L4 nerves are clear. Is this serious and will it get worse as i get older as i an 15
Thu, 3 Aug 2017
Dear you should have consult with neurosurgeon imediataly for your problem what you have is not minor that can cause serious problem avoid weight lifting and sternous exercise while you see your doctor's thanks
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