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   How common is transverse myelitis?

   • TM is rare, resulting in about 1,400 new cases a year in the U.S. Transverse myelitis can happen at any age but often occurs in people aged 10-19 years and 30-39 years. People assigned female at birth are at a higher risk of this condition.

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   What are the long-term effects of transverse myelitis?

   • A period of specialized in-patient care in a rehabilitation facility may be necessary. The long-term effects of transverse myelitis vary among people. About 1/3 of people with transverse myelitis have full or near-full recovery, with most of their symptoms gone. Another third have fair recovery, retaining some of their symptoms.

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   What are the treatment options for transverse myelitis?

   • Your healthcare provider may also recommend pain-relieving medicines like ibuprofen or acetaminophen, immune-suppressing medicines, and specific medicines that target nerve pain. If steroids don’t relieve the symptoms of transverse myelitis, your provider may try a procedure called plasma exchange therapy (plasmapheresis).

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   Jan 19, 2022 · Transverse myelitis is a neurological disorder that causes inflammation and damage to the spinal cord. It can be triggered by infections, autoimmune disorders or other conditions, and lead to pain, weakness, paralysis, sensory problems or bladder and bowel dysfunction.

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   Apr 12, 2022 · Transverse myelitis (TM) is a rare neurological condition caused by inflammation of your spinal cord. Learn about the possible causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of TM, and how it affects your body functions.

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   Jul 19, 2024 · Transverse myelitis is a neurological disorder caused by inflammation of the spinal cord that affects the legs, arms, and sensory functions. It can be acute or subacute and is often associated with immune system disorders, infections, or vascular problems.

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   Transverse myelitis is a rare neurological condition that causes inflammation and scarring of the spinal cord. It can result from infections, autoimmune diseases, or other health problems. Learn about the diagnosis, treatment, and recovery of transverse myelitis.

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   Feb 22, 2024 · Transverse myelitis (TM) is a rare condition that causes inflammation and damage to your spinal cord. Learn about the possible causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of TM, and how it differs from multiple sclerosis.

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   Jan 19, 2022 · Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of transverse myelitis, a neurological disorder that affects the spinal cord. Find out how to prepare for your appointment, what tests to expect, and what therapies can help you recover.

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   Jan 25, 2024 · Acute transverse myelitis (TM) is a rare, acquired neuroimmune spinal cord disorder that can present with the rapid onset of weakness, sensory alterations, and bowel or bladder dysfunction.