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I have had a few symptoms that make me worry my syrinx is worsening i have an mri scheduled for wed night is it okay to wait that long?
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Yes: If symptoms worsen before then, go to the er. Follow closely with your current doctors..
Answered 9/9/2013
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Yes: Syrinxes are fluid spaces in the spinal cord that are abnormally enlarged. Typically they cause progressive symptoms over months if at all. Rapid deterioration is very uncommon.
Answered 9/23/2013
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