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I think i have symptoms of a spinal tumor. what tests would i need to take?

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Dr. Larry Grissom answered

Possibly MRI: See a doctor for a history and physical and ask if your symptoms merit MRI or other tests. Spinal cord tumors are not common.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I think i have symptoms of a spinal tumor. what tests would i need to take?

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Dr. Larry Grissom answered

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