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my mri also said:   cervical spondylosis with mild mass effect on the cord at the C5-C6 level.

and something about T2 hyperintensity at the C5-C6 level measuring 9mm in length.

what does this mean?  

[Dr. A. Srivastava]

Thank you for your question. Your report suggests that it may be due to Cervical spondylosis or due to nerve irritation in the cervical (neck) spine due to bulge. In few people, this pain may be referred and perceived as occurring in the back of head, face, shoulders, arms or chest, rather than just the neck. Other symptoms may include vertigo, nausea (dizziness) ,neck pain and stiffness that can be intermittent. It will be best that you consult a neurologist who would like to prescribe Pain killers, steroid and muscle relaxants. Other treatments could be cervical orthosis such as a soft cervical collar/stiffer neck brace to restrict neck movement. In addition, cervical traction may also be suggested by the doctor, if condition is severe. Hope this helps.

[stabob]

thank you so much for taking time to answer this.