L4-5 There is degenerative end plate change as well as desiccation and mild loss of height of the intervertebral disc.  There is amild annular bulge however there is no central stenosis.L5-S1 currently there is no evidence of disc herniation.  there is desiccatio mild loss of height of the intervertebral disc with a mild broad based posterior disc bulge.  What does this mean and should I be suffering with such severe pain?
Welcome to ChatDoctorAfter going through your query I think that you are having acute disc prolapse. Treatment of it is rest in the position of lateral position with both hips and knee in flexion. Severe pain can be likely to be due to it. You can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. If pain is not relieved by it, you can use tramadol for pain relief. You can discuss with your Doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any further questions then don't hesitate to writing to us. I will be happy to help you. You can also write to me directly on below link:https://www.bit.ly/ask Chat Doctor. Take care.