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L6 found when i was 11yr.old current spine spec said he sees nothing. is it possible the l6 fused to sacrum and this is why? other dr have seen it too

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

L6: It is possible that L6 has fused to your sacrum as a child.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 2/13/2015

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