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L5-s1 central disc protrusion encroaches both s1 nerve roots. l4-5 disc protrusion indents thecal sac. right neural frontal narrowing at l4-5 l5-s1?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Radicular symptoms?: The report shows some spinal stenosis. However treatment is guided by your symptoms and respons to therapy.Pain management, pt and surgical management if conservative treatment fails.

Answered 4/4/2013

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Dr. Lali Sekhon answered

Sciatica: Everyone is different. You may get no pain, leg pain or back pain. Talk to whomever ordered the scan about the next steps.

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Answered 7/2/2018

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A member asked:

L5-s1 central disc protrusion encroaches both s1 nerve roots. l4-5 disc protrusion indents thecal sac. right neural frontal narrowing at l4-5 l5-s1?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr. Lali Sekhon answered

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

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