High-fructose corn syrup is a common sweetener in sodas and fruit-flavored drinks. As use of high-fructose corn syrup has increased, so have levels of obesity and related health problems. Some wonder if there's a connection. Research has shown that high-fructose corn syrup is chemically similar to table sugar.
Because the bulging disc is constantly pressing against the nerve or is at least in close proximity to the nerve, patients also often experience constant pain. Most bulging discs occur in the lumbar (low back) or cervical (neck) region.
A herniated disc falls into the category of a non-contained disc disorder, whereas a bulging disc would be an example of a disc disorder that is contained. A bulging disc means that there is no tear or rupture in the annulus fibrosis (outer layer) of the intervertebral disc. A bulging disc is also known as a disc protrusion. Essentially, a small bubble of disc material protrudes into the spinal canal.