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What happens to people with syringomyelia over time?

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Dr. Ian Stein answered

Hand and legs: May have pain. Numbness inter hands. A progressive enlargement may result in leg weakness and urinary difficulties.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Idan Sharon answered

Specializes in Neurology

Syringomyelia: Depends on the size of it. Many times, nothing much. However if it grows, it needs to be followed and evaluated.

Answered 11/10/2012

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