neurological
Syringomyelia
Syringomyelia is a generic term referring to a disorder in which a cyst or forms within the spinal cord. Often, syringomyelia is used as a generic term before an etiology is determined. This cyst, called a syrinx, can expand and elongate over time, destroying the spinal cord. The damage may result in loss of feeling, , weakness, and stiffness in the back, shoulders, and .
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Symptoms — what it feels like
- ·loss of sensitivity to pain and temperature
How it's found
- ·MRI
Treatment
- ·, monitoring, pain management
Complications
- · pain, muscle weakness,
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