Surprisingly, herniated disks frequently occur in the neck. Signs & symptoms depend on where the disk is situated & whether the disk is pressing on a nerve. They usually affect one side of the body. Additional symptoms are:
• Arm pain. A herniated disk in your neck often causes pain in your shoulder & arm. This pain might shoot into your arm when you cough, sneeze or move into certain positions. Pain is often described as sharp or burning.
• Numbness or tingling. Herniated disks often cause radiating numbness or tingling in the body part served by the affected nerves.
• Weakness. Muscles served by the affected nerves may weaken. This affects your ability to lift or hold items.
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