It is difficult for me to say, as I do not know what sort of work-up (to include radiographic imaging) you have had thus far. A tumor of the brain or spine could be fairly quickly ruled-out by having a CT scan or MRI of the brain and spine. If you have not had at least one of these tests performed yet, then I would suggest that you ask your physician to order them.
I hope that the cause of your pain is discovered, and that it can be relieved.
Sincerely,
Robert A. Wascher, MD, FACS
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