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Trying to understand my x-ray report straightening of the normal curvature of the cervical spine. degenerative intervertebral narrowing and sclerosis at c5-c6, and c6-c7. anterior marginal disc osteophytes narrowing the neural foramina at c5-c6 c6c7?
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All imaging results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, the description is suggestive of degenerative joint disease. Wish you good health!
Answered 8/31/2022
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