Longhorn Brain and Spine - Syringomyelia

https://longhornbrainandspine.com/syr... The medical term ‘Syringomyelia’ refers to a condition that occurs when a fluid-filled cyst forms within the spinal cord. The cyst also referred to as a syrinx contains a fluid known as cerebrospinal fluid. The cerebrospinal fluid refers to a clear fluid that encompasses and protects the brain and spinal cord. A syrinx forms when the cerebrospinal fluid accumulates due to any obstruction within the spinal cord. Enlargement of a syrinx over time can lead to pain, stiffness, and irreversible damage to the spinal cord. Although several conditions can lead to syringomyelia, most cases of syringomyelia occur due to a chronic disorder known as Chiari malformation, a condition where brain tissue extends into the spine. Syringomyelia tends to affect individuals between the ages of 30 and 50.