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EDISCSCULPTEach of the vertebrae in the spine is separated by a disc made of cartilage, which serves to cushion the vertebrae from one another and absorb shock. When one of these discs becomes misshapen, a disc bulge may occur. A cervical disc bulge is one which occurs in the neck. Depending on the nature of the condition, patients may experience a wide range of symptoms.
Symptoms
A disc bulge causes symptoms by pressing against the nerves, meaning that the symptoms depend on which nerves are affected. Since the neck contains nerves that travel to the entire body, symptoms can be particularly varied for this type of disc bulge. You might have a cervical bulging disc if you experience:
Although it's a good idea to know what to look out for, only a doctor can determine whether or not you have a cervical disc bulge. Since the symptoms of a bulging disc can be identical to those of issues like bone spurs and herniated discs, the doctor will use medical imaging to view the spine and make a diagnosis.
If you think you might have a cervical disc bulge, the next step is to make a consultation with a doctor. Your doctor will determine the cause of your symptoms, and devise a treatment plan. To schedule a consultation today, please click below and enter your information or call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center at (646) 374-1799.
Symptoms
A disc bulge causes symptoms by pressing against the nerves, meaning that the symptoms depend on which nerves are affected. Since the neck contains nerves that travel to the entire body, symptoms can be particularly varied for this type of disc bulge. You might have a cervical bulging disc if you experience:
- Pain in the neck or back
- Pain in an arm or leg
- Numbness or tingling in an arm or leg
- Muscle weakness in an arm or leg
- Pain or numbness in the pelvic area
- Incontinence
You should see a doctor if you have back, arm, or leg pain that lasts longer than 1-2 weeks. In addition, you should see your doctor immediately if you have muscle weakness, numbness or tingling, or incontinence.
Although it's a good idea to know what to look out for, only a doctor can determine whether or not you have a cervical disc bulge. Since the symptoms of a bulging disc can be identical to those of issues like bone spurs and herniated discs, the doctor will use medical imaging to view the spine and make a diagnosis.
If you think you might have a cervical disc bulge, the next step is to make a consultation with a doctor. Your doctor will determine the cause of your symptoms, and devise a treatment plan. To schedule a consultation today, please click below and enter your information or call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center at (646) 374-1799.
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