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Medical Conditions - Degenerative Disc Disease

The normal degenerative changes in the spinal discs that cause pain is called degenerative disc disease. The symptoms include lower back pain and pain in the upper thigh. The pain gets worse on bending and sitting down, and you feel better on changing position or on lying down.

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Kindly explain the MRI taken for back pain.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are two to three hyperintense (white) areas in the L1, L3, and L4 vertebrae. There are likely hemangiomas and are benign findings and not causing your problem.

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Dr. Vivek Chail

Dr. Vivek Chail

What could be done for backpain that persist for five weeks?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query with keen interest and reviewed the attached magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) report (attachments are removed for the patient's identity).

Are FDA-approved stem cell treatments safe for older adults?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It is commendable that you are looking out for your father with both hope and caution.

Is mild disc bulge and degeneration in my spine serious?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I went through your post.

Is stem cell therapy safe for my degenerative disc disease?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. Stem cell therapy for degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a growing field, but it is important to separate hope from hype.

Are imbalance and lightheadedness signs of cervical compression?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the information you gave me, it looks like your imbalance is due to a condition called cervical myelopathy.

Does a degenerative disc disease L3-L4 L4-L5 treatment work?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I suggest you walk on your toes and then on your heels.

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Dr. Anuj Gupta

Dr. Anuj Gupta

What are the treatment options for left leg sciatica?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your symptoms. Before we go ahead and discuss the MRI, I would like to know some more clinical details. You said pain in the left leg.

Why do I experience left-sided sciatica pain while walking?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing to us. I hope you are not in much discomfort.

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Dr. Vivek Chail

Dr. Vivek Chail

What does a cervical spine MRI indicate?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.

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