Need help understanding MRI results
 

This is the problem I have been going through it is in my lumbar.from the top all the way down is like this.L1-L2: thickening of ligamentum flavum moderate to severe left neural foanimal encroachment. Disk height loss and disk desiccation. Same with L2-L3.

L3-L4 is deformity of the anterior the cal sac. With existing L3 nerve root on the left is adjacent to the buldged disk.

L4-L5....is more focal central disk protrusion bilateral faucet joint hypertrophy. L4 are also adjacent to buldged disk.


I pretty much have buldging disks in every column, with mild StenosiMy right leg is numb all the time, now having problems with left one. Its got as far as affecting my bowels functions.


Would someone please explain this to me.Also I would like to thank you for having me here.

Hello Heffee!
 

Welcome to NT! :hug:

You've come to a wonderful place of support and understanding!
So many caring people here, easy to talk to, and the atmosphere is very down-to-earth.

So, make yourself right at home. Look thru all the different forums and post anywhere you feel inclined. There's a caring soul around every corner :)

Regarding your MRI results, you might try checking out the Spinal Disorder forum. Here's the link to get you there:

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/fo...aysprune=&f=22

Although we are not credentialed to interpret MRI's, you'll probably find folks who have an understanding of what you are going through. I hope you will get some answers very soon! I know how frustrating this must be.

Just holler if you have any questions or need help in finding your way around!

It's great to have you!

Rae
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Great to meet you!!
 

heffee,

:Wave-Hello: It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Please keep us up to date on your condition. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you. :smileypray:



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