### Patient: Doctor, I have severe pain in my lower back and right leg. I also experience numbness and tingling sensation in my leg. I suspect I have a herniated disk. What tests do I need to confirm my diagnosis?
### Doctor: Yes, your symptoms are indicative of a herniated disk. To confirm the diagnosis, we will need to do a radiographic imaging procedure such as an X-ray or CT scan to detect any abnormalities in the bone structure. We might also have to perform a Magnetic resonance imaging (Mri) to examine the soft tissues and the nerves. Besides imaging, therapy exercises (Exercises) may also help in your recovery. We might also conduct an interview, evaluation, or consultation as Other diagnostic procedures to understand the intensity of the problem. If you don't respond to conservative treatment, we might have to perform other therapeutic procedures such as Insertion of a catheter or spinal stimulator, which will involve injection into the spinal canal to manage the pain. As a last resort, Excision (Removal) of disk tissues can be performed.