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Spina Bifida
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Can spina bifida be cured? Symptoms are aggravating at the age of 22 years. Can the symptoms be controlled? Please suggest any treatment
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What are your symptoms, and how was a diagnosis of Spina bifida made. Please share detailed history, examination findings and MRI reports
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Dr. Akhil Sunil
Neurosurgeon
9 yrs exp
Kollam
It's a developmental abnormality of the spine. The treatment may be surgical according to your symptoms and signs. Surgical interventions are aimed mainly at preventing further progression of the issues.
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Mri whole spine with Brian screening
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Dr. Naman Agrawal
Neurologist
10 yrs exp
Bhopal
Need detailed history examination and investigations
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