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Recurrent lower back n sacrum pain. mri taken 6 months ago shows 1 bulge disc n 2 cysts. how to tell cause? ligament strain /bulge disc/ cysts?
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Chronic back pain: May be related to the spondylosis. Use analgesics and back strengthening excercise and see a neurosurgeon if radiculopathy develops or pain worsen.
Answered 8/13/2013
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