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L5s1 protusion 12/52.failed nerve block4pain.foot drop.nuero consult said reflexes brisk all over\sending me 4 upper back\brain scan.why when lumbar back is issue? could ms be a considetation here?
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COMPLEX ISSUES: Would suggest that the foot drop most likely due to discogenic compression of l-5 nerve root, but suspect that your neurologist is checking for potential degenerative changes in neck and upper back in addition. Unlikely that ms is explanation for your brisk reflexes, but maybe the fatigue raises suspicion in the mind of your doctor, so attempt to provide fuller explanation being sought.
Answered 9/7/2014
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