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Got MRI results. 27/F. Freaking out a bit.
How bad is this ?
Summary : MRI shows a large disc protrusion at L4–L5 causing significant nerve compression
Moderate disc issue with an annular tear at L3–L4
Mild disc bulge at L5–S1
Straightening of lumbar spine (likely due to muscle spasm)
Disc dehydration (desiccation) from L3–S1 (early degeneration)
Degenerative endplate changes at L4–L5 and L5–S1
Early disc degeneration (desiccation) in the lower spine. .
Symptoms: lower back pain + sciatica (pain radiating to leg/foot). Hurts like crazy.
(Summarised by chatgpt*).
What do I do now? I am 27 years old female!
u/Low_Combination_7268 — 2 days ago