Because of unexplained back pain, I recently had an MRI of both thoracic and lumbar spine. While I'm awaiting follow-up with my doctor, I'm wondering if anyone can shed some light on the results I've received. The report indicates at the C7-T1 neural foramen, there is a 6 mm cystic structure which could include neurofibrona or schwannoma. They are recommending a follow-up cervical spine/upper thoracic level MRI because it was only partially seen on this study.
My questions are: 1) What are the chances this could be cancer? 2) If benign, can this turn into cancer? 3) Will it continue to grow? 4) What is the remedy for it - surgery? medication?
Any answers would be most appreciated! Thanks so much.