MRI question

RedheadPam

I am scheduled to have a neck MRI on Monday because of some neck stiffness, pain and numbness in my arm and fingers.  Signs point to degenerative discs/arthritis, but of course the idea of spine mets is in the back of my mind. The hand specialist did not order contrast with the MRI, but I have read that it is a good idea to go ahead and have contrast in MRIs of cancer survivors, as a matter of course. Thoughts? Has enyone else dealt with a non-cancer-related MRI and asked for contrast just to be sure?  Thanks....

kathleen1966

i have always received contrast with my MRI's (have had three breast MRI's, one neck and two of the brain). Hope this helps and I hope it is nothing but arthritis for you!