A 21-year-old member asked:
my mri scan showed that i have abulging discin my lower back. should i see a spine specialist?
2 doctor answers
Dr. Vikas Patel answered
24 years experience Orthopedic Surgery
Depends: Depends on if you have nerve symptoms. If you have only back pain or sciatica type pain but no weakness or numbness or bowel or bladder problems, then you don't have to, but may want to see one to discuss first non-surgical options of treatment and then if they do not work, then possible surgical options.
Answered on Aug 14, 2013
Dr. Garry Choy answered
16 years experience Radiology
Depends: Yes only if you have pain or other symptoms. Many people have disc bulges and usually no treatment is needed. Especially surgery- this does not warrant surgery.
Answered on Jul 22, 2013
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Dr. James McClurg answered
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That : That is a big question and your doctor should give you the long explanation. You can also visit my web site www.Mcclurgmd.Con under the patient educat ... Read More
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Dr. Michael Gabor answered
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If you have: symptoms of a herniated disk with radiculopathy(sciatica) you should probably be evaluated by a spine specialist, which could be a neurosurgeon or ort ... Read More
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Dr. Robert Masson answered
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Reevaluate: A detailed evaluation to determine if there is chronic nerve damage or more likely a new target. See your spine surgeon or find a new opinion.
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Dr. William Newton answered
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Right diagnosis?: All of the things you list about your spine MRI are common for certain age groups. You mention no pain in the legs or what makes the pain worse. Gro ... Read More
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