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Lumbar disc herniation occurs when disc material in the lower spine compresses or irritates a lumbar nerve root.
Common Symptoms
Lower back pain
Sciatica
Numbness or tingling
Leg weakness
Altered reflexes
Diagnosis
Evaluation typically includes neurological examination and MRI to identify the affected lumbar disc and nerve root.
Treatment
Treatment may include physical therapy, medication, injections, or surgical decompression when symptoms persist or neurological deficits are significant.
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