Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Back Pain Diagnosis

Good Afternoon,

The main reason I sat down at this computer today was to view my MRI results. Not like I am a radiologist or anything- but I wanted to see what they look like.

The results were somewhat good (it is something bad which is okay- so I don't think I am totally crazy for being is such pain. I hate nothing worse than when doctors can't find what is wrong with you and you start thinking you are crazy).

The results are not good: To put it in english terms: I have bulging discs in my L4 and L5. This also includes degenerative disc disease in these locations. There is also a significant tear in this area as well. Attached in this location is a mass that we are unsure of what it can be and what stage it is in.

My next step is a visit to a neurosurgeon so we can decide how to proceed. Most likely a surgery and possibly some other treatments. I see the surgeon on Friday morning and we will decide the plan of action.

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