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I was diagnosed with a syrinx a few years ago. my symptoms are progressing. what should i do? it scares me.
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Syrinx: You need to see a neurosurgeon and get follow up with imaging studies.In some cases people can benefit from shunt surgery.
Answered 5/16/2016
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Syrinx: If the symptoms are becoming progressive then you need to consult a neurosurgeon for possible treatment, if surgery is not an option the next step would be a neurologist.
Answered 9/7/2013
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