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What Does Intervertebral Disc Desiccation And Facet Degenerative Disease Mean?

Hello, I had and MRI done with and without contrast. It say s I have a 3.1x 1.28 cystic lesion within the conus medullaris/proximal cauda equine. It also say s the lumbar assumes 5 non rib bearing lumbar vertebral bodies. There is intervertebral disc desiccation and mild at L1-2 and L2-3 Note is made of L4-5 and L5-S1 moderate facet degenerative disease. There is more but can you please help with this part for now? Thank you.
Fri, 23 Sep 2016
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Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.

Disc Dessication and facet degeneration is suggestive of Lumbar Spondylosis ie wear and tear.

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you should be more concerned about the cystic SOL and undergo further evaluation and if needed treatment for that

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What Does Intervertebral Disc Desiccation And Facet Degenerative Disease Mean?

Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. Disc Dessication and facet degeneration is suggestive of Lumbar Spondylosis ie wear and tear. But you should be more concerned about the cystic SOL and undergo further evaluation and if needed treatment for that Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. -oOo- PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) Close this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback. PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno