what is myelomalicia in the cord?

[stabob]

I had a mri and it said:

Nonenhancing area of myelomalicia in the cord at the cervicothoracic junction. What does that mean?

[stabob]

You are very kind to answer this.  I will keep an eye on my symptoms.  Thank you.

[Dr. A. Srivastava]

Thank you for your question. Although without being able to examine you I can not offer you the specific advice on diagnosis and treatment that you need, but I would try to provide you some relevant information about your health concern.

Myelomalacia is a pathological softening of the spinal cord.  Therefore, your MRI findings are extremely important in order to explain reason of your symptoms here.  If you have recent increase in the symptoms then it appears that your pre-existing problem may be worsened.  If you are suffering from continuous symptoms in neck and arm please arrange an appointment with a neurologist right away who will evaluate the further underlying disorders by clinically examine you that may be the main reasons of your symptoms and can provide you an appropriate treatment. Hope this information proves helpful to you. Take Care & Regards!!!