Bulging discs: There are 7 vertebral bodies in the neck (cervical spine), 12 in the mid back (thoracic spine), and 5 in the low back (lumbar spine). Between each vertebral body is a disc made of cartilage. When discs begin to show signs of degeneration or arthritis, they bulge and can lead to mild to moderate narrowing of the spine. Nonoperative treatment is usually the first line of therapy.
Answered 6/19/2016
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Not much information: I presume these were disc bulges noted on a lumbar or cervical MRI. It's not uncommon for disc bulges to be noted on MRI studies. It depends on the size and location whether these are significant lesions. In most cases, this finding is normal or at least common for your age group but must be considered in conjunction with your symptoms and exam findings.
Answered 5/19/2014
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