Hi ~ 1. Well, what it says is that the normal curve of your neck has been lost. You're straighter than normal and this is usually caused by muscle spasms.

2. I'm unsure what is meant by the linear artifactual signal

3. C3-4 Minimal disc bone spurs WITHOUT spinal stenosis

4. C6-7 Mild disc bone spur complex with moderate right lateral disc herniation. There is mild left and moderate right foraminal narrowing. The foramen are the holes that the nerves pass thru to get to the spinal cord - yours are narrowing.

I'm no doctor, but I can tell you that I seriously doubt that this is a surgical event. I doubt that ANY doctor would operate on you at this time. But have your doctor refer you to a good NEUROSURGEON (NOT a Neurologist!!!) and get an opinion. If he mentions surgery, get 2 MORE opinions. NEVER take ONE doctors opinion, as this is your life your're talking about. Always get at least 3 opinions. And remember, that surgery doesn't relieve you of all your pain. Surgery is for mechanical problems. Usually after surgery, you're left with the same pain or worse.

I wish you the very best. As I said, I don't think this is a surgical event. But please let us know, okay? God bless and please take care. Hugs, Lee