Why most people panic… and why they shouldn’t“Doctor, MRI mein slip disc likha hai.”“Operation karna padega kya?”This is one of the most common fears I hear.And honestly —this fear is understandable, but mostly unnecessary.Let’s break it down without medical jargon.First, what is a slip disc really?A slip disc (disc bulge or herniation) does not mean your spine has failed.It usually means:A spinal disc is under pressureNearby nerves get irritatedPain travels to the leg or arm