hi my name is elizabeth i had an mri a few days ago and found out i have 2 bad cervical disks im waiting for a referal to nuerosergeon my symptoms are pain on right side of neck into shoulder and up into back of head giving me a headache my reg dr didnt tell me much and im worried why a neurosergeon
Hi, Thank you for posting your query. I have noted your symptoms and MRI cervical spine findings. There is no need to worry about your problem. Cervical disc bulges cause pinching of nerves in the neck, leading to neck pain, arm pain, numbness or weakness of arm. Initial treatment consists of medications such as pregabalin or gabapentin capsules. Physiotherapy with neck extension exercises are also useful. Surgery is reserved only for most severe cases, where above treatment measures fail. I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow-up queries or if you require any additional information. Wishing you good health, Chat Doctor. Ly/