Virginia Beach, VA
A 85-year-old male asked:
Dad, 85, shallow mid & lower back pain wks ago, pain almost resolved from meds by orth.dr.no other symp. whole spine mri : t2 hyperintense signal noted in spinal cord at the level of d4-d5 intervertebral disc extending for a segment of 10 mm. cancer?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Yvette Kratzberganswered
Pediatrics 26 years experience
Diagnosing Cancer requires a complete workup including blood, imaging, biopsies, symptom history and examination. Have your dad talk to their Dr who ordered the test to review the results in conjunction with all the other workup components. It is not possible to diagnose Cancer based on stand alone results from an MRI.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Jun 07, 2022
Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 54 years experience
Urge you discuss results of study with your personal physician and the involved radiologist, as they know your Dad best, and can correlate results. The T2 lesion is likely chronic, and perhaps secondary to a mild myelomalacia associated with prior trauma or mild cord compression. Seriously, doubt "cancer".
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Reviewed Jun 08, 2022
Last updated Jun 8, 2022
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.