Transverse myelitis
A guide for patients and carers
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Thank you
We would like to thank everyone who contributed to this booklet, especially Anu Jacob (Consultant Neurologist), Simon Hawke (Consultant Neurologist), Lew Gray, and members of the Transverse Myelitis Society.
Contents
- What is transverse myelitis?
- What causes transverse myelitis?
- How common is transverse myelitis?
- What are the symptoms of transverse myelitis?
- Tests and investigations for transverse myelitis
- Possible treatments for transverse myelitis
- Going home
- Recovery from transverse myelitis
- Longer term effects of transverse myelitis
- Relapses
- Other demyelinating conditions
- Future treatments for transverse myelitis
- Useful contacts
- Support groups and further reading
- Thank you
- Your feedback on Transverse Myelitis