spinal epidural abscess

spinal epidural abscess
an epidural abscess between the dura mater and the surrounding vertebrae; the most common sites are the lumbar and cervical regions. Initial symptoms are pain, weakness, and sensory deficits, and if untreated it may progress to cause paralysis.

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