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Is it possible to remove water in spinal cord?

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C.S.F covers the brain and Spinal cord providing a cushion against impact. Total amount of C.S.F is 150 ml. Spinal Cord ends at lower level of Lumbar vertebra 1 or 2. So Lumbar Puncture can be safely done by puncturing the skin in between Lumbar 4 and 5 vertebra. read more

Water in the spinal cord is usually indicative of a "syrinx" which means there is a fluid collection in the spinal cord. The important part of a syrinx is to have an MRI if possible and an appointment with a neurologist or neurosurgeon to see if you have any symptoms attributable to the fluid in your spinal cord. read more

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