Hello all, I have two moderate disc bulges and moderate to severe foraminal stenosis at c4-c7. I have had mri and emg tests done. Emg shows nerve damage. I have gone to two neurosurgeon consults. Both recomend acdf at two levels. current meds are flexeril, tramadol and lyrica. My symptoms are neck pain, mainly left side, both shoulders to center of blades ache and left bicep pain. I am looking for advice. I have read that surgery is for mechanical problems which I believe nerve damage is. I also know acdf does not help neck pain. I am able for now to live with pain but I am definately getting worse this last year. I am affraid nerve damage will progress. I am scheduled for esi in two weeks. Should I bite the bullet and have surgery? I am fifty five years old. Any replies would be appreciated. Thanks