Does Disc Bulge Cause Shortness Of Breath And Incontinence?

Posted on Tue, 21 Apr 2015

Question: I was in a car accident. Ever since I have had mri of thoracic and lower back. Two herniated discs in my neck and one disc in lower back that is degenerative and pressing on left side of nerves. I have lots of pain. What I really want to know is if these injuries could be causing shortness of breath and incontinence. I have shortness of breath all the time. Sitting laying down. It doesnt matter what im doing I have trouble breathing. And I also have a general malaise on a regular basis.

Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
disc bulge does not lead to shortness of breath

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
disc bulge does not lead to shortness of breath.
you may need respiratory and cardiac check up for breath shortness.
lumbar disc bulge can lead to incontinence.
Neurotropic medication like pregabalin and methylcobalamine can be started after consulting your doctor.
You may need EMG NCV STUDY.
Physiotherapy like IFT And TENS will help you.
General malaise can be due to blood deficiencies. you may need blood investigation like CBC.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.

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