Spinal Cord Tumor
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A spinal cord tumor is an abnormal growth of tissue inside or around the spinal cord, the structure that transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body. It can be of different types and can compress the nearby nerve structures.
Common symptoms: back or neck pain that doesn't ease off, weakness or tingling in the arms or legs, changes in sensation and, in some cases, problems controlling the bladder or the bowel.
When should you see a doctor? If there is persistent pain accompanied by weakness, progressive numbness, or changes in bladder and bowel control, a prompt evaluation is advisable.
Which specialist treats it? The neurosurgeon is the professional who studies spinal cord lesions and defines the most appropriate management for each case.
Data on 414 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 and spinal cord surgery. See this specialist if you have weakness, persistent back pain, or changes in sensation in your limbs.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in spinal cord tumor
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Carolina Garcia
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
Frequently asked questions
What is spinal cord tumor?
A spinal cord tumor is an abnormal growth of tissue inside or around the spinal cord, the structure that transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body. It can be of different types and can compress the nearby nerve structures.
Which doctor treats spinal cord tumor?
Spinal cord tumors are treated by a neurosurgeon, a specialist in nervous system and spinal cord surgery. See this specialist if you have weakness, persistent back pain, or changes in sensation in your limbs.