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[|Human|] I have been diagnosed with a herniated disc, L5 S1. I have run a low grade temp for about 6 months off and on. This not typical of me. I forgot to ask my doctor if the temp was related to the herniated disc. Is this a possibility? Or is there something else?
[|AI|]  Hello, As herniation of the lumbar disc will not lead to the fever. As this is a different pathology altogether and may lead to pain and aches but no fever. You may be having a long-lasting infection for which a blood test is advised. Based on the reports the medication can be prescribed. For lumbar spine disc herniation, I will advise doing exercises like - core stability, spinal muscle strengthening exercises, hip muscle strengthening exercises, static Qua Chat Doctor.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Jay In