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what is a herniated nucleus pulposus?

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A disc herniation: The nucleus pulposus is the middle soft part of the disc in the spine that normally acts like a cushion.  It looks and feels like a thick jelly material.  Sometimes, it can leak out if there is a tear in the outside part of the disc (called the annulus fibrosus).  When it leaks out, it can pinch a nerve and cause pain that radiates into the extremities.

Question 2

how herniated nucleus pulposus develops?

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A disc herniation: The nucleus pulposus is the middle soft part of the disc in the spine that normally acts like a cushion.  It looks and feels like a thick jelly material.  Sometimes, it can leak out if there is a tear in the outside part of the disc (called the annulus fibrosus).  When it leaks out, it can pinch a nerve and cause pain that radiates into the extremities.

Question 3

what does herniated nucleus pulposus mean ?

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Another name for GNP: Hnp or herniated nucleous pulposus is a portion of the interior of the disc itself known as the nucleus pulposus  that ruptures thru the outer pirtion of the disc known as the annulus fibrosis.

Question 4

how does a herniated nucleus pulposus develop?

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Varies: There is a strong genetic issue meaning family history and higher in smokers and in certain activities such as those involving repetitive  rotation with flexion especially lifting a load or a sudden lift of too heavy a load as well in those who are out of shape and do not exercise.  Obesity also can be a factor and sedentary  life style  with age, there is an increased incidence due to disc aging.

Question 5

what are the tests for herniated nucleus pulposus?

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MRI: An MRI and a good neurological exam by your family md can help rule out or rule in a herniated nucleus pulposus.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of herniated nucleus pulposus?

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Herniated Disks:: These cause pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness when severe.  Approx 40% of the population have a herniated disk and no symptoms from it.  There may be no symptoms or there may be severe pain with muscle weakness.

Question 7

i'm curious as to how herniated nucleus pulposus develop?

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Varies: There is a strong genetic issue meaning family history and higher in smokers and in certain activities such as those involving repetitive  rotation with flexion especially lifting a load or a sudden lift of too heavy a load as well in those who are out of shape and do not exercise.  Obesity also can be a factor and sedentary  life style  with age, there is an increased incidence due to disc aging.

Question 8

what are the tip-offs that you might have herniated nucleus pulposus?

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Back or neck pain: Back or neck pain with associated leg or arm pain respectively. Pain may be associated with numbness or tingling.   Changing positions of the back or neck may increase or decrease the pain in the extremity.

Question 9

my husband's grandparent might have herniated nucleus pulposus. what is it?

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A" slipped disc": The nucleus pulposus is like the jelly inside a jelly donut, only it is thicker and inside the intervertebral discs that are located in-between each vertebral bone of the spine.  These discs are the "shock absorbers" of the spine.  If the outer fibrous capsule tears or rips, then the nucleus pulposus can get squeezed out into the space surrounding the spine and squish nerve roots causing pain, etc.

Question 10

what is herniated nucleus pulposus radiculopathy? l 15

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Disc herniation: If i understand your question you are speaking of disc rupture or herniation at the l4-5 level. This refer to a fissure of the putter fibers of the disc called the annulus with resulting movement of the soft inner portion called the nucleus through that fissure and is putting pressure on the L5 nerve root that causes pain in the outer region of the lower leg.

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