I had spinal/neuro surgery in December after a year of some considerable pain from a disc bulge pressing on the nerve that fed my left arm. Surgery has been succesful, and am slowly returning to photography after 8 months of being unable to hold my camera let alone take photos!
That's crazy .. must have been a very difficult time for you .. but wonderful you had a successful surgery .. bet your going to love taking photos again ..:)
Ouch… Wishing you a full recovery and that you will be better than ever pretty soon.
A glance at the thumbnail gave me the impression that a caterpillar was on your neck LOL. I'm from Florida. It happens all the time here.