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I have degenerative disc disease in neck and 2 bulged disks in lower back. afraid of surgeries. am still at college, so what can i do to help pain?

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Dr. Matthew Kozminski answered

Realistic goals: Pain is part of life and you first have to accept that you will not be 100% pain free. Physical therapy, proper exercises, antiinflammatories, all conservative. Depending on severity of discs, a pain provider can do some interventional injections and procedures. Start with your primary care and take it from there.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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A member asked:

I have degenerative disc disease in neck and 2 bulged disks in lower back. afraid of surgeries. am still at college, so what can i do to help pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matthew Kozminski answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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