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What Causes Pain In Upper Arms And Back Of Neck When Suffering From Degenerated Disc?

Over the past three months something very different happened to my back. I had severe backaches and the doctor directed me to Xrays, than an MRI. The MRI showed degenerated disc and disc bulges. I feel pain in my upper arms and the back of my neck. I also feel pain in my knees and thighs. One time, I felt it in one of my feet strongly, but it hasn't reoccurred there, Is this worth persuing with a neurological surgeon? Since I am epileptic, my neurologist indicated this is the recommended step next. Please offer your opinion, Thank you for your time.
Mon, 17 Feb 2014
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i do not think that a neurosurgeon can help you a lot. Since you said that your pain is more on back and disc are degenerated, i would advice you to see an orthopaedic surgeon instead. I think there are chances that you have weak bones and nerves.due to antiepileptic drugs , so start calcium and vitamin B 12, and for back pain learn back muscle strengthening exercises from physio. If none of these succeed than you may need surgery, but try all these measures first.
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What Causes Pain In Upper Arms And Back Of Neck When Suffering From Degenerated Disc?

i do not think that a neurosurgeon can help you a lot. Since you said that your pain is more on back and disc are degenerated, i would advice you to see an orthopaedic surgeon instead. I think there are chances that you have weak bones and nerves.due to antiepileptic drugs , so start calcium and vitamin B 12, and for back pain learn back muscle strengthening exercises from physio. If none of these succeed than you may need surgery, but try all these measures first.