The medical evidence was mostly consistent: her physical injuries include moderate right paracentral disc herniation at C3 - 4 on the right side and moderate paracentral disc protrusion at C6 - 7 on the left causing irritation of the left C7 root; and a bulging lumbar disc irritating the lumbar roots, all of which result in chronic left - sided neck, arm and low back pain, dizziness and headaches. (bc-injury-law.com)
Contrast enhancement is often observed in the endplates of the affected vertebrae, and inflammation in the surrounding muscles may also be highlighted.2, 6 Compressive lesions that can potentially be surgically corrected, such as disc protrusion / extrusion, vertebral subluxations, fractures, and concurrent epidural abscess, can be easily identified. (todaysveterinarynurse.com)
Breed - Related Health Concerns Hip dysplasia; patellar luxation; intervertebral disc protrusion; lymphoma; ear infections (bil-jac.com)