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Can an intradural 1cm peripheral nerve sheath tumor on left side of thecal sac at l4 cause relative weakness in left leg, periodic aching in left leg, and increased coldness/ischemia in left foot?

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Dr. Darrell Herrington answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Nerve compression: The symptoms you describe in the L4 nerve distribution are are certainly likely in the case of neoplasia-induced nerve root compression. Peripheral ischemia (arterial insufficiency) is less likely as a direct result of the mass you describe.

Answered 1/15/2015

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Yes, it could: Your symptoms are suggestive of a likely relation between the leg weakness and the tumor in the spinal canal. You should be examined by a neurologist or neurosurgeon to help you further by considerations like removal to diagnose the nature of this tumor and further treatment intervention.

Answered 9/22/2013

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Neuro problems: A nerve sheath tumor can cause pain, weakness, tingling and numbness, usually not ischemia.

Answered 9/22/2013

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