Question 1

anyone survive with transverse myelitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Yes absolutely.  Transverse myelitis isn't by definition fatal - people with this may die of complications depending on their overall function.

Question 2

can you tell me about transverse myelitis?

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Transverse myelitis: Transverse myelitis is an infection in the spinal cord that can lead to loss of sensation and motor function below the level of the infection. In many cases the infection resolves and the patient recovers most of the function, in severe cases there can be permanent loss of function below the level of the infection.

Question 3

is back pain caused by transverse myelitis?

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Possibly: Transverse myelitis can often present with pain, though there are many more common reasons to have back pain, such as arthritis, fractures, or herniated discs.

Question 4

can transverse myelitis cause scabs on head?

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No: Sounds like there might be two separate things going on.

Question 5

transverse myelitis diagnosis after rear end car accident?

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?causation?: Typical viral induced transverse myelitis occurs with the thoracic spinal cord, and yours appears present over cervical spine, but is described over several segments.  You may possess early neuromyelitis optica, and can assess by aquaporin-4 blood test.  Would also check brain MRI and get spinal fluid, as could consider ms.  Not a clearcut relationship between trauma and these issues.

Question 6

i have been diagnosed with transverse myelitis 14 months ago, but my mri was clear ? why ?

Accepted Answer

MRI not sensitive: Transverse myelitis is a diagnosis based on your clinical exam. The changes in the spinal cord may be too small to be seen on mri.

Question 7

what can be done for transverse myelitis?

Accepted Answer

Physical Therapy? : Transverse myelitis is a general term describing a spinal cord lesion causing wekness of the 4 extremities (quadroplegia) or the legs (paraplegia )often associated with sensory loss and bladder disturbances. Physical therapy and rehabilitation, prevention of the development of bedsores and attention to bladder and bowel function should be done.

Question 8

what do you recommend for transverse myelitis?

Accepted Answer

See a neurologist: The best thing to do is to see a neurologist experienced in treating transverse myelitis. Transverse myelitis can be due to unknown cause (idiopathic) or associated with other diseases such as viral infections, autoimmune diseases, multiple sclerosis or sarcoidosis. Treating the underlying causes can help. Certain types may respond to steroids or intravenous gamma globulin. Physical therapy helps.

Question 9

can you tell me how is transverse myelitis treated?

Accepted Answer

Transverse Myelitis: Intravenous steroids, Pain medications, Antiviral agents, Plasma exchange therapy, Treating other complications such as muscle spasticity, Preventing recurrence of attacks such as with immunosuppressive therapy.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: transverse myelitis?

Accepted Answer

Transverse myelitis : It is an inflammatory condition involving the entire breadth of the spinal cord. It is associated with demyelination and loss of neurological function related to the level of the inflammation.

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