I just found out I have a bad bulging disc in my neck. I have been having severe pain in my neck and into my left elbow for about a month. My pain dr already has me on oxy 20 mg 3 xa day for other back related problems. Anyhow he says i need surgery. Has anyone had this done ? I'm scared to death and in a lot of pain and my dr will not give me anything stronger. Any advise would be great.