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Mild bulge l4/5 10 years ago from lifting heavy object. now bulge at l3/4, 4/5. i had therapy and always careful w/ lifting- why back got worse?
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Degenerating discs: Part of the aging process. Some people are more prone than others. Also risk factors like smoking and obesity can accelerate the process
Answered 6/4/2017
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