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Can A Large Lump On Neck Lead To Herniated Disc?

I have a sprained neck but going into the doctor i though it was bulging disk because i have a large bump on my lower neck. I have been in physical therapy for 6 weeks and i got better for a week and now it hurts like it did before i started treatment. i really think its a bulging disk. Reagan Turmon 15 95pounds 5 4
Fri, 27 Feb 2015
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Hi! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.

No - the large bump on your lower neck might not be due to a bulging disc and could be an independent entity, possibly benign which could be known by a clinical examination and other investigations like an FNAC if indicated. The pain in your neck could be due to other problems related to the spine like a cervical spondylitis which is more common especially if your job involves staring at computers for long hours without any break.

If I were your doctor, I would advise you to continue physiotherapy from a qualified physiotherapist along with use of a cervical collar, go for a short course of anti inflammatory along with a proton pump inhibitor for a symptomatic relief. In case of no relief, you could consult an orthopedic surgeon in your area, who might advise you for an MRI to rule out a disc prolapse or otherwise.

I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.

Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. I wish you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.


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Can A Large Lump On Neck Lead To Herniated Disc?

Hi! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. No - the large bump on your lower neck might not be due to a bulging disc and could be an independent entity, possibly benign which could be known by a clinical examination and other investigations like an FNAC if indicated. The pain in your neck could be due to other problems related to the spine like a cervical spondylitis which is more common especially if your job involves staring at computers for long hours without any break. If I were your doctor, I would advise you to continue physiotherapy from a qualified physiotherapist along with use of a cervical collar, go for a short course of anti inflammatory along with a proton pump inhibitor for a symptomatic relief. In case of no relief, you could consult an orthopedic surgeon in your area, who might advise you for an MRI to rule out a disc prolapse or otherwise. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. I wish you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.