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MRI of my spine shows focal protrusion and desiccation. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have had frequent headaches on and off for the past year. Since last month, I have suffered from severe headaches and neck and shoulder pain on my right side. Sometimes pain occurs in my right hand, and I cannot bear it. Last week I did an MRI of the brain, cervical spine, and a blood t... Read Full »
Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim
Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. I can understand your concerns. I have checked the attached reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). From what you mentioned, there are two possible differential diagnosis: 1. Headache and neck pain due to cervical disk prolapse. The data you pro... Read Full »
Can brain problems cause dizziness with neck pain?
Query: Hi doctor, I recently went to the ER for dizziness. My blood work came back normal. I am a 28 year old female. The doctor told me that it was a sinus headache, but nothing seems to change. I still wake up dizzy with neck pain. There could something be wrong with my brain. I am much worried Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is nothing to worry. This a common problem and rarely a matter of concern. The most probable diagnosis is a cervical problem. Rarely brain is involved and especially in the elder. It occurs due to compression of nerves between spine. Does this neck pain increase... Read Full »
Can playing badminton lead to a shifting nature of pain, especially in the temple region?
Query: Hello doctor, This question is regarding my 10-year-old son. He takes professional coaching for badminton and plays for almost four hours daily for the last four months. Ever since he started playing badminton, he complains of occasional neck pain, shoulder pain, and back pain. His coach said that ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to history, the pain is mainly because of postural problems and lack of physical training. The shifting nature of pain is not due to the ice bath. It might be psychological. I suggest you consult a sports physiotherapist and change his postures (posture t... Read Full »
Can Thumb Twitching Be A Sign Of Cervical Disc Herniation Worsening?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32 year old female with asthma. I have cervical disc herniation for 10 years. Over the past 5 months, symptoms were back with tingling, weakness and shooting pain in arms. I tried medications like Celebrex, Lyrica and also massage, physiotherapy, chiropractor and acupuncture, b... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. A herniated disc in the neck can cause three potential problems: Injury and degeneration of the disc can cause neck pain that is not related to nerve problems, and this is not usually a need for surgery. If the disc and bone spurring that form for long-standing problems ... Read Full »