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    I have had 2 lamis at L5-S1 and one at L4-5 and have a focal bulge at L3-4. Having new leg pain and occational rectal pressure, not related to bowel movements. Last colonoscopy was August. Any cause for concern?

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    In general, rectal pressure is not related to the lumbar spine. There are some disorders that can cause this sensation such as sacral plexopathy (inflammation of the sacral nerves not related to compression or herniated discs) but compression of the lumbar nerves or cord issues are generally unrelated. There is a disorder called arachnoiditis (see website) that can cause this but again, the relationship between arachnoiditis and rectal pressure is not strong.

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    Donald Corenman, MD, DC is a highly-regarded spine surgeon, considered an expert in the area of neck and back pain. Trained as both a Medical Doctor and Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Corenman earned academic appointments as Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, and his research on spine surgery and rehabilitation has resulted in the publication of multiple peer-reviewed articles and two books.
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