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From a lumbar mri what does increased discogenic marrow edema & end plate degenerative changes at l4 & 5 mean and treatment?

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Dr. Walter Husar answered

Arthritis....: It means that the level of L4 and L5 that there is almost bone on bone causing changes at the endplate (spine body borders) and increased swelling in the underlying bone. Treatment varies, est to discuss with your doctor.

Dr Alves agreed

Answered 6/21/2020

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A member asked:

From a lumbar mri what does increased discogenic marrow edema & end plate degenerative changes at l4 & 5 mean and treatment?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Walter Husar answered

Dr Alves agreed

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