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Medical Conditions - Disc Herniation

Disc herniation occurs due to displacement of disc beyond the intervertebral disc space. It often occurs due to trauma, connective tissue disorders, and congenital disorders. It occurs commonly in the lumbar spine, followed by the cervical spine. Repetitive mechanical activities like twisting and bending can cause it. A sedentary lifestyle, poor posture, and obesity can also cause it. The symptoms are severe back pain, inability to walk, loss of bladder control, and muscle spasms. It is treated by taking pain-relieving medications (NSAIDs) and physiotherapy. Benzodiazepines are taken in low doses. In severe cases, surgery is required.

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How to manage posterior left paracentral and lateral herniation of C6-7 disc with nerve compression?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. You need to try reducing the pain with some precautions and medicines. Instructions for neck pain: Avoid lifting heavy weights.

What are the treatment options for lumbar herniated disc?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need surgery for the herniated discs since they are significant and you have a neurological deficit (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Can conservative treatment cure my disc prolapse?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Do not feel depressed. I will try to help you. You have attempted medications and epidural injections.

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Dr. Anuj Gupta

Dr. Anuj Gupta

What could cause pain in the lower back and right leg that aggravates during coughing, sneezing, or vomiting?

Hi, Welcome to Icliniq.com. The symptoms that you have described are typical of nerve pain which could be due to some disc herniation. Almost all of the patients respond to conservative management.

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Dr. Anuj Gupta

Dr. Anuj Gupta

What is the alternative option to surgery for the herniated disc causing leg, buttock, and lower back pain?

Hello, Welcome to the icliniq.com.

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Dr. Anuj Gupta

Dr. Anuj Gupta

What is the reason for recurring mobility problems and radiating pain in the leg despite having spine surgeries and medications?

Hello, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical issues. Back pain which radiates to the leg is a usual feature of lumbosacral disc herniation.

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Dr. Hitesh Kumar

Dr. Hitesh Kumar

Why is my 7-year disc bulge causing arm and shoulder pain?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query. I understand how frustrating it must be to deal with this kind of pain for so many years, especially when it seems to be getting worse again.

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Dr. Atul Prakash

Is my L4-L5 disc bulge on MRI dangerous?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have read your attached MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) report.

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Dr. Anuj Nigam

Dr. Anuj Nigam

What causes hip pain after spinal manipulation?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I understand your concern and suggest doing the following. Take analgesics and muscle relaxants.

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Dr. Atul Prakash

Can my breathing difficulty be due to a herniated disc?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.All the nerves in the body originate from the brain, and they go all over the body through the spinal cord.

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