Nearly 10 years ago I was diagnosed with a benign form of this tumor in the T 3/4 spine.section.
Initially it was a watch and wait scenario and the Consultant suggested the use of Amitriptyline, (or similar), as a painkiller if necessary.
So far I have resisted using these types of drugs and relied on paracetamol, mostly just a night to reduce some of the pain symptoms to get me to sleep.
I had one follow up MRI in 2020 which seemed to show little growth, although the Consultant was a little suprised that my symtoms were not moe severe.
Now this is no longer the case and the symptoms are becoming more intrusive
Surgery was ruled out because of potential heart related issues, and of course the considerable risks associated with these lesions.
At this time, I am due to speak with the Cosultant in a few weeks, and I am interested to see if anyone has found a non-drug way to moderate the symtoms .
Drainage had been suggested, but I was told that the tumor would refill, although I do not know how long that might take.
Hi flyer and a very warm welcome to the online community which I hope you'll find is both an informative and supportive place to be.
I can't help with your question, but I noticed that your post hadn't had any replies yet. Responding to you will 'bump' it back to the top of the discussion list where it'll be more easily seen.
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Hi flyer
Thanks for your well wishes.
I think I've been lucky so far in that I haven't had any major side effects with the chemo I'm on. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I'll find the radiotherapy as doable 
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