A member asked:
Can a herniated l5/s1 disc cause pudendal nerve entrapment resulting in impotence but no other pain/symptoms associated with pne?
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Pudendal: Pudendal arises from s2- s4 roots. An l5-s1 disc mainly affects the s1 and also L5 roots. This would not result in pudendal nerve pain.
Answered 11/28/2017
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No: I have never seen the presentation that you described. I would recommend a urology consultation and a endocrine work-up.
Answered 9/8/2015
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Yes: Herniated discs can push on nerve roots thus affecting nerves downstream. Recommend evaluation by neurosurgeon or orthopedic physician
Answered 12/2/2018
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