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Have Transverse Myelitis, Loss Of Sensation In Legs, Unable To Walk. Taken Steroids. How Long To Recover?
My name is Somnath and I am from Bangalore.Recently my uncle(age 51) got diagnosed by Transverse myelitis. He has lost sensation in his both legs and unable to walk.He is been treated in Bangalore Narayana Hrudayalaya hospital.
He has responded well for the steroids and his spinal inflammation is reduced. But he is still unable to walk (Its been 12 days after detection). He is undergoing physiotherapy and we hope he get better.
We are very much worried about his recovery and your words and experience will give hope to us.
How much time will it take to get his senses back ?
He has responded well for the steroids and his spinal inflammation is reduced. But he is still unable to walk (Its been 12 days after detection). He is undergoing physiotherapy and we hope he get better.
We are very much worried about his recovery and your words and experience will give hope to us.
How much time will it take to get his senses back ?
Sat, 17 Aug 2013
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Prognosis for complete recovery in transverse myelitis patients is generally in lower side, but some patients experience full recovery. The recovery period generally begins between 2 and 12 weeks after onset, and can continue for up to 2 years.
Do not make him depressed , give positive words and regular medication will do benefit in life.
I Hope I Provided Useful Information. Do ask Furthur Questions to help You get well soon.
Regards
Dr.J.Kingson John David
Thanks for using Health Care Magic Forum,
Prognosis for complete recovery in transverse myelitis patients is generally in lower side, but some patients experience full recovery. The recovery period generally begins between 2 and 12 weeks after onset, and can continue for up to 2 years.
Do not make him depressed , give positive words and regular medication will do benefit in life.
I Hope I Provided Useful Information. Do ask Furthur Questions to help You get well soon.
Regards
Dr.J.Kingson John David
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