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A member asked:

I have a recdnt bulging disc l5-s1... i'vs been hearing many cracks in my spine lately..is that normal or it is getting herniated?

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Bulging disk: A bulging disc does not usually cause "cracking" sounds in the spinal area, being able to predict whether a disc is going to herniate is quite difficult - likely your symptoms are not related.

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Answered 10/12/2013

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