Epidural Abscess: Symptoms & Signs

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If the abscess is in the head, symptoms may include the following:

hemiplegia, or weakness on the opposite side of the body

The following symptoms can be caused by spinal epidural abscesses:

localized back pain, which may radiate into the buttocks and legs

loss of bowel or bladder control

sudden weakness and loss of feeling below the level of the abscess

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Author: James Warson, MD
Reviewer: Barbara Mallari, RN, BSN, PHN
Date Reviewed: 08/20/01

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