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Inflammation of the spinal cord
Definition of inflammation of the spinal cord could be a very long list of causes. But in short inflammation is some sort of irritation to the cord that can be caused by infection, injection of foreign materials or even bleeding into the area around the cord. It is a very general terminology and in a diagnostic workup would have to be more focused on what might the causes of the inflammation.
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What is the definition or description of: inflammation of the spinal cord?
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Does inflammation of the spinal cord lead to any major symptoms or complications?
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I had a MRI which shows I have spinal compression and inflammation. I also need surgery on C1-C3 I have been waiting on surgery for over a month. My symptoms are getting worse. Should I go to the Emergency Department?
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A 35-year old asked:
Help please? What is the treatment of inflammation of meninges caused by spinal fluid leakage?
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Could you tell me what is the treatment of inflammation of meninges caused by spinal fluid leakage?
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Which malfunction is caused by the inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord?
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My sister had spinal problem.C3,c4 and L4 L5 regions intending thecal sac and inflammation. now she has severe head shake which doesnt stop and sweats?
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What can I do for inflammation in the body.
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What foods/spices can I eat to decrease inflammation?
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What exactly does it mean if I have inflammation in my blood?
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How do I stop inflammations in the muscles?
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Why do I have an inflammation by my right testicle?
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Ok i've got inflammation of the heart. What should I do?
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Help docs! i'm trying to find out what causes retinal inflammation?
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What is a an otc drug I could buy that helps for bone inflammation?
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Can you explain what are few things i can do to calm down my gum inflammation?
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I feel okay but my CRP levels were high and apparently that means inflammation?
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I have bumps and inflammation all over back side of my tounge what is this and what causes it ?
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Can inflammation cause Ocd flare ups i notice when i have inflammation & pain i have more OCD thoughts?
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Dr says I have costochindritis but blood work for inflammation in my body came back negative how that possible?
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I had a paptest and the result shows coccobacilli and nonspecific moderate inflammation , is this cervical ca?:(
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I know that steroids are supposed to reduce inflammation in the body, but I am wondering if the reverse can happn?
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Last yeah i had major problems with bladder inflammation, that now seems to return. Do you have any good tips what to do?
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I have tendonitis and would like to know how I should take care of it and what medicine I could take for the inflammation.
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My nutritionist told me today that since my prealbumnin level went from 18 to 17 I may have some kind of inflammation. Is that likely?
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