Spinal cord tumours are abnormal cell masses that can develop between the protective sheaths covering the spinal cord or on the surface of the sheath. Although the exact causes of its occurrence are not known, it is observed that genetic factors are effective.
The most important symptom is back pain, which increases or worsens as a result of the pressure on the spinal cord as the tumours grows. Other symptoms are usually lethargy, tingling or a feeling of coldness in the body; increased muscle weakness in any of the arms or legs; loss of intestinal or bladder control.
Treatment is usually in the form of removal of tumours from the spinal cord. However, some tumours may not be able to be removed without a spinal cord injury. In this case, Radiation Therapy is applied to delay further growth of the tumours.
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