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Originally Posted by seahorse02
Hi all! I am new to the forum and would very much like to know if anyone has had similar MRI reports on their lower lumbar, and what their doctors/medical professionals advised them.
MRI reads:
Grade I degenerative subluxation at L4-5 with bulge, annular tear, prominent facet arthropathy. Mass effect on the right lateral recess nerve root w/crowding of the left. Stress injury of the pedicle & pars region of L5.
Next Tuesday I go to a pain clinic for a 2nd opinion on surgery. Any and all replies much appreciated!!
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I had L4-5 fusion 5 years ago, along with a laminectomy. Still have a lot of pain; but major nerve compression would have made things much worse. The surgery was necessary in my case. Since the spinal cord was being compressed, did need to have laminia removed in that area as well.
I am currently under the care of a Pain Specialist; but not sure that would be the doctor to see for a second opinion since their primary job is to relieve pain. Too often, the Pain Specialist will start treating the pain/epidurals, etc.
I certainly would see an orthaepaedic surgeon and/or neurologist/neurosurgeon for 2nd/3rd opinion. They would be the best to give an opinion regarding your issues and the course of treatment.