Question re: recent MRI.

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I recently had an MRI of my c-spine d/t numbness and tingling in my face and bilateral palms (among a myriad of other sx).My physiatrist and I weren't really expecting anything beyond typical age-related changes (I just turned 40... ack!!!), but we were surprised to see that the result also included this statement: "Limited evaluation of posterior fossa shows Chiari I Malformation"... no further explanation, no measurement of how far my cerebellum is protruding into my spinal canal... not even a recommendation for further evaluation (which my doctor and I agreed is needed anyway)...My question is this... (please keep in mind, I don't work with radiology at all). Is this a definitive diagnosis?? The majority of my symptoms do fit. I have an appointment with a neurologist in three weeks.I guess I'm most perplexed by the "Limited evaluation" part. Common sense tells me that the only reason those words are in there is because this was a c-spine MRI and not one of the brain and/or spinal cord, so there was not full visibility. Is this correct?Can anyone explain this to me? TIA. :0)

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Hello,

We realize you are wanting answers now, but per our TOS, we cannot provide the medical advice you need. Please discuss with your PCP you have now and then with the neuro later. Only they can professionally give you the answers you require.

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