Question 1

will an mri of cervical spine show pancoast tumor in lungs?

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Unlikely: You will need ct chest i would guess.

Question 2

can my cervical spine mri without contrast show a pinched nerve?

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Absolutely: While not all mris are of the same quality, in general they are used to determine if there is a pinched or compressed nerve or spinal cord in the cervical spine. Constrast is used only in special circumstances.

Question 3

would a cervical spine mri show a circulation problein the neck if you had one?

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MRI: A typical MRI of cervical spine does not show the circulation. That type is called in mra. Even if MRI is done with contrast, you cannot see the circulation system.

Question 4

could cervical spine mri show neck cancer?

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It can.: Yes. The field of view (fov) of a spine image is often not complete so if one suspects this, a better MRI and perhaps a ct or pet/ct is general used. However, before additional imaging is done, a good physical exam by a head and neck surgeon who works with neck cancer is absolutely a good idea.

Question 5

can a cervical spine mri show why someone may have lightheadedness and dizzy spells almost each day?

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MRI of spine: With your clinical symptoms an mr would likely not be helpful. You might want to be evaluated for blood pressure problems or even inner ear issues.

Question 6

does a cervical spine mri show pinched nerves in the neck which can be causing head and left finger discomfort?

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It should: Mri is the test of choice to evaluate for nerve impingement.

Question 7

would a cervical spine mri show why you may have body tremors and pinching in left side of head? normal head mri already.

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Not usually: There are a number of symptoms that can arise from abnormalities of the cervical spine, but tremors are pretty rarely associated with cervical spine abnormalities.  A detailed exam by a neurologist can usually determine the likely potential causes if your problem.  If a neurologist did examine you and recommended a cervical mri, then i would not hesitate to get one.

Question 8

my current mri of cervical spine shows reactive endplate changes and large central disc extrusion at c3/c4 indenting  on spinal cord. should i  worry?

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Need more info: Need more information - more history (acute vs chronic injury) -- especially your symptoms and your neurological examination to provide an more detailed answer.

Question 9

i've recently had an mri of my cervical spine and will not see he dr. to review until monday. it shows generalizd posterior disc bulge that combines with bilateral uncovertebrlregion hypertrophy t create mild to moderate bilateral foraminal and mild centr

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See below...: With age we all unfortunately lose water and cartilage in our discs. This can cause the discs to bulge and is commonly seen on mri. Disc bulges and bone spurs from the uncovertebral joints that compress nerves can cause arm pain, weakness, and numbness. I would follow-up with your doctor to determine if your symptoms are related to the changes seen on mri.

Question 10

recent mri of cervical spine shows spinal cord swelling at c5- c6 , had acdf sugery in sept.  why is there still swellinh?

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Swelling may persist: Swelling within the cord is unusual. Not sure what you mean by that. Changes can occur in the cord from injury, either trauma, disc herniation or stenosis that some might call swelling. This is referred to as myelomalacia. This doesn't always change appearance after surgery. Presumably, you are not doing well from your surgery or you wouldn't have had another mri. Get a 2nd opinion.

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Could cervical spine mri show neck cancer?

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Can a cervical spine mri show why someone may have lightheadedness and dizzy spells almost each day?

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Does a cervical spine mri show pinched nerves in the neck which can be causing head and left finger discomfort?

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Would a cervical spine mri show why you may have body tremors and pinching in left side of head? normal head mri already.

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My current mri of cervical spine shows reactive endplate changes and large central disc extrusion at c3/c4 indenting on spinal cord. should i worry?

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I've recently had an mri of my cervical spine and will not see he dr. to review until monday. it shows generalizd posterior disc bulge that combines with bilateral uncovertebrlregion hypertrophy t create mild to moderate bilateral foraminal and mild centr

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Recent mri of cervical spine shows spinal cord swelling at c5- c6 , had acdf sugery in sept. why is there still swellinh?

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