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[|Human|] I had a lumbar discetomy of L4-L5 11/12 and still have major back pain. My MRI suggest discitis so I have done 3 disc aspirations and blood work all showing negative. Referred to ohio state spine institute had 4th MRI X-rays and blood work. Still negative but with inflamation present on the MRI. I have yet to receive a diagnosis because the results are always negative for infection but still no progress. Please HELP! Dont know what to do
[|AI|]  Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The persistent inflammation in the area of the disc can be relieved with the help of local steroid injections. The treatment is done according to the severity of the symptoms. Till then take mils anti-inflammatory medicines for relief. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/ Chat Doctor.