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What is Spinal Cord Intramedullary Tumor?
Intramedullary tumors are rare and develop from cells inside the spinal cord. The growth rate and aggressiveness of the tumor depend on its type and behavior. Both non-cancerous and cancerous tumors can be very dangerous, so prompt medical attention is essential.
Typical Symptoms of Spinal Cord Intramedullary Tumor
- Difficulty walking normally
- Numbness in the fingers
- Weakness in your arms or legs
- Difficulty standing up from sitting position
- Whole body pain
- Accidentally passed motion or leaked stool
- Numbness in the region from shoulder to elbow
- Tingling or prickling sensation without touching the skin
Diagnostic Questions for Spinal Cord Intramedullary Tumor
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Do you have difficulty walking normally?
- Do you experience numbness in your fingers?
- Do you have weakness in your arms or legs?
- Is it hard for you to get up from a chair by yourself?
- Do you have pain all over your body?
Treatment of Spinal Cord Intramedullary Tumor
The initial treatment often involves surgical removal of the tumor. This may be followed by other treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy depending on tumor type and location.
Reviewed By:
Robin Schoenthaler, MD (Oncology)
Board certified radiation oncologist with over 30 years experience treating cancer patients. Senior physician advisor for expert medical options in adult oncology. Published award-winning essayist on medical and health issues and more.
Shohei Harase, MD (Neurology)
Dr. Harase spent his junior and senior high school years in Finland and the U.S. After graduating from the University of Washington (Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology), he worked for Apple Japan Inc. before entering the University of the Ryukyus School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Hospital, where he received the Best Resident Award in 2016 and 2017. In 2021, he joined the Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine at the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, specializing in hyperacute stroke.
Content updated on Mar 31, 2024
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