brain, spinal cord, and nerve disorders
Epidural Abscess in the Spine
Symptoms of Spinal Epidural Abscess
Symptoms of a spinal epidural abscess begin with back pain. The back over the abscess is tender to the touch. Pain may become severe and is worsened by lying down. Fever is common. The abscess may put pressure on (compress) the spinal cord. If an epidural abscess occurs in the lower back, it may compress the cauda equina, causing the Cauda Equina Syndrome . People with cauda equina syndrome may lose sensation in the buttocks, genital area, bladder, and rectum (called the saddle area). Their legs may become weak or partially paralyzed. They may retain urine or lose control of the bladder ( 