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What are the symptoms of a worsening syrinx c6/7 area?
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Various symptoms: Frorm progressive neurological deficit, progressive weakness, dexterity issues, worsening of gait, worsening of numbness, tingling of arms, etc.... Go see your spine surgeon.
Answered 2/7/2015
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Syrinx: Signs and symptoms of syrinx in the region you are describing are pain, numbness in the ares and hands, burning type of pain not relieved by over the counter medications.
Answered 10/2/2013
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Numbness and pain: Pain in neck with possible numbness in hands or legs. May not be able to tell hot from cold or could have weakness in arms.
Answered 11/26/2014
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