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Bad lower back & leg pain. pain on standing, sitting. lying. mri- l4-5 disc bulge narrowing rght exit foramina irrating l5 root. l5-s1 central disc bulge close to left s1 nerve with annular tear. had injections & radio-frequency which made it worse?
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I think it's time for a neurosurgeon to quiz & examine you, review the MRI and then discuss best treatment options. I won't be surprised if surgery is strongly recommended in view of your symptoms and the MRI findings.
Answered 3/29/2023
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