Spinal Cord Tumor
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When neurological symptoms that don't ease off appear, it's worth understanding spinal cord tumors: an abnormal growth of cells inside or around the spinal cord, the structure that runs along the spine and transmits signals between the brain and the body. It can be of different types.
Signs that are usually described: Persistent back pain, weakness or tingling in the arms or legs, changes in sensation and, in some cases, difficulty walking or controlling the bladder and bowels.
Why address it promptly? Because it affects a key structure of the nervous system and early evaluation is important.
Which specialist treats it? The neurosurgeon and the neurologist evaluate spinal cord conditions, and the oncologist takes part in the management of tumors. When neurological symptoms persist, seeing a professional makes it possible to guide the appropriate workup.
Data on 732 doctors who treat spinal cord tumor
Which specialist treats spinal cord tumor?
Spinal cord tumors are treated by a neurosurgeon, a specialist in nervous system surgery, with support from a neurologist for diagnosis and follow-up. See a specialist if you have leg weakness, persistent back pain, or changes in sensation.
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Doctors specialized in spinal cord tumor
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Frequently asked questions
What is spinal cord tumor?
When neurological symptoms that don't ease off appear, it's worth understanding spinal cord tumors: an abnormal growth of cells inside or around the spinal cord, the structure that runs along the spine and transmits signals between the brain and the body. It can be of different types.
Which doctor treats spinal cord tumor?
Spinal cord tumors are treated by a neurosurgeon, a specialist in nervous system surgery, with support from a neurologist for diagnosis and follow-up. See a specialist if you have leg weakness, persistent back pain, or changes in sensation.