Spinal cord compression and cancer

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Spinal cord compression happens when pressure on the spinal cord stops the nerves working normally. Pain is often the first symptom. Treatment for spinal cord compression should start as soon as possible.

Spinal cord compression

Spinal cord compression happens when pressure on the spinal cord stops the nerves working normally. Pain is often the first symptom.

Treatment for spinal cord compression

Treatment for spinal cord compression should start as soon as possible. There are several different treatments, including steroids, radiotherapy and surgery.

Resources and organisations

There are lots of organisations, support groups and helpful books to help you cope with symptoms and side effects caused by cancer and its treatment.