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What does this mean? 1.acute to subacute right paramedian and foraminal 3 mm protrusion type herniation at c5-6 compressing on the right c6 nerve root and thecal sac. 2. central 1-2 mm annular bulge at c6-7?

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Meaning is best correlated with clinical symptoms and signs. But films do describe disc problems with one contacting nerve root. Ask your doctor about surgery vrs physical therapy

Answered 6/10/2022

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You probably had this MRI done because of neck-shoulder-arm pain (radiculopathy) and herniated C5-6 disc with C6 nerve compression is the etiology. This condition should be conservatively managed first with medication(s) and physical therapy. Surgery may be indicated when conservative treatment fails.

Answered 6/11/2022

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