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what fraction of people fully recover?
What is plasma exchange?
filters harmful antibodies from the blood
Where could pain be experienced?
Back, legs, arms
Infection, autoimmune disorder, multiple sclerosis
What is myelitis and what does it do?
Inflammation of the spinal cord/damages the myelin
is a child or adult more likely to recover?
a child
reduce spinal cord inflammation
What can muscle weakness lead to?
paralysis
how many people living in the U.S. are diagnosed with transverse myelitis in a year?
1 in 8 per 1,000,000
What is a common misdiagnosis?
Multiple Sclerosis, Neuromyelitis Optica, spinal cord stroke
acute
what do pain medications do and what is one example of a pain medication used?
What are some sensations that may be experienced?
Tingling, numbness, burning, or sensitivity
How does it affect the patient?
Low energy levels and change in appetite
What is myelin?
Surrounds the nerve cell fibers and assists with the transfer of signals between the brain and nerves
what organization can provide support to patients with TM?
Transverse Myelitis Association
why would a patient need physical or occupational therapy?
to improve strength, movement, and daily skills
How does it affect going to the restroom?
Trouble with using the restroom or holding one's bladder/bowl
How does it affect the patient's family?
Trouble meal prepping, eating together, and maintaining a healthy diet
What is the abbreviation for Transverse Myelitis?
TM
What is subclinical myelitis?
asymptomatic pt, only discovered through MRI
how many treatments are available?
4
What are other symptoms that may be experienced?
muscle spasms, mood changes, sexual dysfunction
how can myelitis lead to insomnia?
bladder issues, pain, and change in nerve signals
What is an imaging tool used to diagnose Transverse myelitis?
MRI