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Desiccation of l4-l5 & l5-s1 discs. mild diffuse posterior protrusion l4-l5 & l5-s1 discs mildly indenting the thecal sac. what does that mean?? thnxx

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Dr. David Dinhofer answered

Nothing important: Dessication of the discs is an early sign of aging but is not harmful by itself. Mild protrusions are seen commonly and are asymptomatic. In my over 25 years of experience with these findings, they are common and of now importance. Don't worry about them.

Dr Anyanwu and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/16/2018

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A member asked:

Desiccation of l4-l5 & l5-s1 discs. mild diffuse posterior protrusion l4-l5 & l5-s1 discs mildly indenting the thecal sac. what does that mean?? thnxx

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Dinhofer answered

Dr Anyanwu and 3 doctors agreed

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