There is compression of the disc between the cervical vertebrae 4 and 5, which is leading to bulging out of the disc from all sides.
whats problems being create whan the c5 and c6 diffuse annular disc bulge
You have an intervertebral disc in between your vertebrae. It has got outer tough annulus fibrosus and inner soft nucleus pulposus. usually the nucleus pulposus escapes the disc. But at times the annular disc may bulge out. Osteophytes are seen due to degenerative changes in the upper and lower borders of your vertebrae. Disc means probably all over the edge.
the doctor say i have a minimal annular bulge at c-3-4 what does this mean?
A small diffuse annular bulge refers to a slight outward protrusion of the intervertebral disc, where the disc's outer layer (annulus fibrosus) bulges evenly around its circumference. This condition is often considered a mild form of disc degeneration or herniation and can occur in the spine, typically in the lumbar or cervical regions. While it may not cause significant symptoms, it can sometimes lead to discomfort or nerve compression if it impinges on nearby structures. Regular monitoring and conservative treatment options are usually recommended.
A minimal annular bulge at the C4-C5 level refers to a slight outward protrusion of the intervertebral disc at this cervical spine segment. This condition is often asymptomatic but can sometimes lead to nerve compression, resulting in neck pain or radiating symptoms in the arms. It is typically diagnosed through imaging studies like an MRI. Treatment may include physical therapy, pain management, or observation, depending on the severity of symptoms.
A bulging disk on the left side.
A dorsal disc bulge is the most dangerous to correct because of the spinal cord. The diffuse dorsal disc bulge causes pain in the side of the back, tingling in the torse, all the way to the lower extremities, and lack of strength in lower extremities.
Yes a accident can cause a disc bulge
A lobular bulge in a cervical spine MRI refers to a localized, rounded protrusion of intervertebral disc material that extends beyond the normal disc contour. This bulge can compress nearby structures such as nerves or the spinal cord, potentially leading to symptoms like pain or neurological deficits. It is characterized by its lobular shape, indicating that the bulge is not uniform but rather has distinct, rounded extensions. Such findings are significant in assessing spinal health and diagnosing related conditions.
No. Disc herniations are different from disc bulges. The disc herniations are generally more focal and the nucleus of the disc (jelly like substance in the center of the disc) has pushed through the outer layers of the annular fibers. Disc herniations also may contain is contain other particles such as bone fragments, cartilage fragments. In case of a disc bulge disc material are contained within the boundaries of annular fibers which is the tough outer layer of the disc.
One of the soft, cushiony discs that separates each bone in your backbone from its neighbor has begun to bulge and put pressure on two of the nerves branching out from the spinal cord.
An annular tear of the disc is, generally speaking, traumatic. However, over time, this can lead to degenerative disease of the affected disc or discs.