- male
- 50 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm a bit worried about my recent lab results. The report from the GI LAB in my office says my total bilirubin is 2.9. Could you help me understand what this means and what I should do next?
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Penile Vibration and Potential Causes
Possible Causes
- Nerve compression or damage: Your spinal condition, specifically the compression of nerves from L1 to L5, could be contributing to the vibration sensation.
- Neurological symptoms: The vibration might be a neurological symptom related to your spinal condition, rather than an infection.
- Other possibilities: Less likely causes could include:
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Nerve entrapment
- Vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels)
Recommended Actions
- Consult your spine specialist or neurologist: Discuss the new symptom with your doctor to determine if it's related to your spinal condition.
- Neurological examination: Your doctor may perform a neurological examination to assess nerve function and determine the cause of the vibration.
- Imaging tests or nerve conduction studies: Additional tests, such as MRI or nerve conduction studies, might be ordered to rule out other potential causes.
Dr. Anshul Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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