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A member asked:

I have mild cerebellar tonsillar ectopia 5 mm , what can i do for symptoms and pain?

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Huh?: What symptoms and pain is this causing? I suggest you see your neurologist or neurosurgeon to discuss.

Answered 9/28/2016

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