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I don't have any disk disease but is arthritis in the lower back a disease? i've minor (l3-l5)to bilateral (l5-s1) degeneration facet change . thank u
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Yes it is: You have minor osteoarthritic changes in the facet joints. This is not a significant issue.
Answered 5/2/2014
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